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as in slump
a period of decreased economic activity
the country is just coming out of a recession, so expect to see fewer layoffs and more new jobs in the coming year
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as in withdrawal
an act of moving away especially from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable
a retiring CEO making a gradual recession from the daily rigors of running a major corporation
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Recent Examples of recession
Since then, she’s been spotted in tousled recession blonde at the 2025 AMAs, a proper banged bob at Cannes, and in one of her latest looks, snake eyes and a superfine pixie cut at the Met Gala.
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Essence, 24 Oct. 2025
If the Fed cuts rates deeper than expected, Sohn said, Wall Street could interpret the move as a signal that the Fed is worried that the economy is heading into a recession.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 23 Oct. 2025
Tennessee has amassed more than $2 billion in a rainy day fund, designed to be used to accommodate unexpected shortfalls in state revenues, and amid emergencies such as natural disasters and recessions.
—Vivian Jones, Nashville Tennessean, 23 Oct. 2025
Neither economy is in recession, but both are struggling to gain traction.
—Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
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Essence, 24 Oct. 2025
If the Fed cuts rates deeper than expected, Sohn said, Wall Street could interpret the move as a signal that the Fed is worried that the economy is heading into a recession.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 23 Oct. 2025
Tennessee has amassed more than $2 billion in a rainy day fund, designed to be used to accommodate unexpected shortfalls in state revenues, and amid emergencies such as natural disasters and recessions.
—Vivian Jones, Nashville Tennessean, 23 Oct. 2025
Neither economy is in recession, but both are struggling to gain traction.
—Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recession
Noun
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The fast food industry is in a slump, and Wendy’s isn’t immune.—
Jordan Valinsky,
CNN Money,
31 Oct. 2025
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China manufacturing slump deepens.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
31 Oct. 2025
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The agreement included several conditions, including the release of all Israeli hostages both living and dead, and the withdrawal of some Israeli troops from Gaza.—
Oren Liebermann,
CNN Money,
28 Oct. 2025
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Said to offer a level of care not currently available in any other local program, patients would be overseen by doctors and nurses who would oversee withdrawal management and therapy designed to prevent relapses.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Oct. 2025
Noun
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For something more immersive, the resort brings in expert wellness practitioners for week-long retreats.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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The completely open floor plan is highly versatile and can work as a studio-style guest house, pool house, home office, or even a reading retreat.—
Gabriela Izquierdo,
Southern Living,
31 Oct. 2025
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Yes, Social Security payments, including Supplemental Security Income and benefits for retirement, disability and survivors, continue during a government shutdown.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
26 Oct. 2025
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Union leaders say talks have stalled over issues such as wages and retirement benefits, while Boeing has argued that workers’ demands exceed the cost of living in the Midwest.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
26 Oct. 2025
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“Recession.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recession. Accessed 1 Nov. 2025.
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