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a situation in which something (such as business or economic activity) decreases or becomes worse
—usually singular
an economic downturn There's been a downturn in the housing market.
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Recent Examples of downturns
By paying attention to Black women, policymakers can spot downturns faster and respond sooner, limiting the damage.
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Marianne Cooper, Time, 9 Sep. 2025
Finally, historical performance is a consideration, as RKT has previously lagged during downturns, underscoring the sector’s rate sensitivity.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Rather than a single event, downturns may come in waves, peaking at different times across the economy.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2025
But, as the years passed, economic downturns and adult responsibilities led many to adopt a more minimalist and stable lifestyle.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Any money that’s not invested won’t be able to participate in the inevitable rebounds after downturns.
—Liz Weston, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
Recent studies, including one at Ball State University, have found a correlation between stock market downturns and deteriorating mental health among retirees, including insomnia and depression.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2025
Marianne Cooper, Time, 9 Sep. 2025
Finally, historical performance is a consideration, as RKT has previously lagged during downturns, underscoring the sector’s rate sensitivity.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Rather than a single event, downturns may come in waves, peaking at different times across the economy.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2025
But, as the years passed, economic downturns and adult responsibilities led many to adopt a more minimalist and stable lifestyle.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Any money that’s not invested won’t be able to participate in the inevitable rebounds after downturns.
—Liz Weston, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
Recent studies, including one at Ball State University, have found a correlation between stock market downturns and deteriorating mental health among retirees, including insomnia and depression.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for downturns
Noun
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His power outage has coincided with Kyle Tucker’s struggles, which have compounded the impact of both sluggers’ slumps.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Aug. 2025
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As one group of players rushes wildly to celebrate with its fans, the other slumps to the floor with their heads buried in their hands or the turf.—
Amanda Davies,
CNN Money,
28 Aug. 2025
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By getting parents involved, Desert Star has seen decreases in chronic absenteeism and fewer suspensions, Vaughn said.—
Erick Trevino,
AZCentral.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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The president's announcement came just days after Memphis police reported decreases across every major crime category in the first eight months of 2025 compared to the same period in previous years.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
13 Sep. 2025
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Customers can anticipate reductions of between 5% and 40% on items that are shopped for most, from Italian bread to chicken broth – national and company brands, the Herald reported late last month.—
Joe Dwinell,
Boston Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
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More good consumer news comes in the EIA’s projection that further reductions in energy prices remain ahead in the months to come.—
David Blackmon,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Some common examples include push-ups, bench presses, chest presses and dips.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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An adjacent storefront will eventually be stocked with wine, home goods and take-home versions of their dishes, such as pimento cheese and smoked catfish dips.—
Miguel Otárola,
Denver Post,
12 Sep. 2025
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Florida Democrats, weakened by years of losses and fractured messaging, continue to face a shrinking electorate.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Sep. 2025
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Many savers saw losses early in the year, though.—
Susan Tompor,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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It’s limited to pick-ups and drop-offs at a select number of pre-approved locations.—
Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
11 Sep. 2025
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For parents, the pressure of organizing drop-offs, homework, and activities layers on top of their own work demands.—
Jennifer Jay Palumbo,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Downturns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/downturns. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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