retrenchments

plural of retrenchment

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downturns
Noun
  • 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
  • According to Deloitte's 2024 Growth Survey, companies with diversified revenue sources show 23% more resilience during economic downturns.
    Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
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“Retrenchments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retrenchments. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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