retrenchments

plural of retrenchment

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downturns
Noun
  • Hermès keeps its famous leather goods intentionally hard to find, which protects the brand from economic downturns and keeps profit margins incredibly high.
    Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 29 June 2026
  • Silver prices often fall more sharply during economic downturns and periods of market stress.
    Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 24 June 2026
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“Retrenchments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retrenchments. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.

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