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as in recessions
a period of decreased economic activity
during the 1930s the U.S. suffered a great depression
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as in holes
a sunken area forming a separate space
the water generally collects in the patchwork of depressions in the city plaza
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as in dents
the amount by which something is lessened
a depression in the number of new homes being built
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Recent Examples of depressions
Hurricane season terms and definitions to know Tropical wave – Describes low pressure areas that move across the Atlantic and Caribbean – above the surface and not in the ocean – that the hurricane center watches for potential signs of development into tropical disturbances, depressions or storms.
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Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 30 May 2026
Tropical systems tracked by the National Hurricane Center will be classified as depressions, tropical storms and hurricanes based on their intensity.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 May 2026
Zotkina used a tool made from jasper to create depressions in the teeth through drilling or rotating motions, eventually reaching the pulp chamber.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 13 May 2026
That measure focuses primarily on pavement condition, Bhatt said, including factors like surface imperfections and depressions in the road.
—Rose Evans
may 11, Idaho Statesman, 11 May 2026
The depressions in watermelon around seeds are also more liable to decay than the solid flesh of seedless types.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 7 May 2026
Fill in depressions in the gravel.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 30 Apr. 2026
Prairie-chickens build their nests in shallow depressions on the open prairie, typically about one mile away from the booming ground.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 29 Apr. 2026
Using the back of a tablespoon, create 4 depressions in salt mixture, spacing evenly.
—Christopher Kostow, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Apr. 2026
Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 30 May 2026
Tropical systems tracked by the National Hurricane Center will be classified as depressions, tropical storms and hurricanes based on their intensity.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 May 2026
Zotkina used a tool made from jasper to create depressions in the teeth through drilling or rotating motions, eventually reaching the pulp chamber.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 13 May 2026
That measure focuses primarily on pavement condition, Bhatt said, including factors like surface imperfections and depressions in the road.
—Rose Evans
may 11, Idaho Statesman, 11 May 2026
The depressions in watermelon around seeds are also more liable to decay than the solid flesh of seedless types.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 7 May 2026
Fill in depressions in the gravel.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 30 Apr. 2026
Prairie-chickens build their nests in shallow depressions on the open prairie, typically about one mile away from the booming ground.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 29 Apr. 2026
Using the back of a tablespoon, create 4 depressions in salt mixture, spacing evenly.
—Christopher Kostow, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for depressions
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Such a pace of profit acceleration is genuinely rare outside of periods when companies are emerging from recessions or other macro shocks.—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
2 June 2026
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Throughout modern American history, recessions have arrived with brutal regularity.—
Brandon Kochkodin,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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After making par on each of the first nine holes, Lopez made her move on the back with four birdies.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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Of the more than 40 million annual visitors to the state, about a quarter seek outdoor recreation, including fishing at the state’s extensive network of fishing holes—rivers like the Missouri and Mississippi, as well as more than 2,700 lakes—meaning a stop at Bass Pro is almost always in order.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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In addition to the two smaller punctures, there were also dents and creases.—
Jesse Zanger,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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Ideal for dressers, doors, desks, and even hardwood floors, the kit includes six markers for surface-level touchups in shades like cherry, walnut, and mahogany, plus six wax sticks to fill deeper dents and gouges.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2026
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Software development and human resources roles, which witnessed long slumps, have risen steadily since February.—
Conor Sen,
Boston Herald,
8 June 2026
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And while the club has remained competitive for much of the year so far, several key hitters have endured slumps that aren’t helping the lineup meet expectations.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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The building will have three, central, connected courtyards with outdoor seating, a swimming pool, fire pits and barbecues.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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The town attracts large numbers of laborers who work in large gold mines with muddy pools of gold deposits, narrow pits and caves.—
Justin Kabumba,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2026
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At the elementary level, the largest decreases came in the time devoted to social studies, which within a few years dropped by a third, or 76 minutes each week.—
Yoni Appelbaum,
The Atlantic,
8 June 2026
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The devices detected increases in brain waves linked to relaxation and focus – theta, theta-alpha, alpha and beta-1 brain waves – while measuring decreases in delta and gamma-1 brain waves, which suggest less drowsiness and less mind-wandering.—
Jacqueline Howard,
CNN Money,
7 June 2026
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The process begins with a femtosecond laser cutting GaN dielets from a wafer and drilling precise cavities into the diamond substrate.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
8 June 2026
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The bees will form a temporary cluster, hanging out while scouts search the surrounding area for a more permanent home in hollow spaces like tree cavities or, occasionally, the walls of a home.—
Madeline Bartos,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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Since 2022, the company has delivered more than $5bn in structural cost reductions while maintaining a strong balance sheet and generating significant cash flow.—
Sam Birchall,
Fortune,
8 June 2026
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Elevated inflation and a hot jobs report last week has pushed back expectations of any further reductions happening this year.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
8 June 2026
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“Depressions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/depressions. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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