as in decelerations
a usually gradual decrease in the pace or level of activity of something
scientists discovered that they could achieve the retardation of light if they shined it through a variety of substances
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Each of the American automakers is expected to report double-digit declines in adjusted earnings per share but remain profitable on an adjusted basis, according to analyst estimates compiled by LSEG.—
Michael Wayland,
CNBC,
20 Oct. 2025 -
In New York City, which is notorious for its expensive housing and rental markets, rent prices have bounced back after the pandemic declines, and are now still rising.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
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That had the side benefit of building a hedge against economic slowdowns, as such merchandise often appeals to consumers who are tightening their belts.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
10 Oct. 2025
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Game, stream, and surf without slowdowns, and enjoy the 40% discount on this Wi-Fi 6E mesh network system.—
Jade Chung-Lee,
PC Magazine,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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New additives like preservatives, flavorings and vitamins were infused into them, and they were packaged in novel ways to withstand hard helicopter drops, wet beach landings and days at the bottom of rucksacks.—
Alice Callahan,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Drag performance, with its abundance of wigs, campy makeup and death drops, is ready-made for Halloween.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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There are slumps, patches of mediocre play, doldrums of various kinds.—
Jonathan Blitzer,
New Yorker,
28 Sep. 2025
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Second-half slumps and injuries have undoubtedly taken a toll, but most of the talent is ready to roll in October.—
Jackson Roberts,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Retardations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retardations. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.
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