as in decline
a usually gradual decrease in the pace or level of activity of something
disease experts are encouraged by the recent slowdown in the spread of the virus
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Recent Examples of slow (down)
Alexander Coolidge, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Some economists say the data may very well diverge from the official numbers set to be published Thursday, but the report signals a private-sector slowdown nonetheless, in line with a cooling in hiring seen recently.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 2 July 2025
The sweltering conditions were perhaps an incidental metaphor for the pressure the industry is feeling as the global luxury industry experiences a troubling slowdown.
—Alice Pfeiffer, CNN Money, 1 July 2025
The ruling Liberal Democratic Party, which has run Japan with just two brief gaps since 1955, is very skilled at pinning economic slowdowns on the BOJ.
—William Pesek, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
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Higher prices on materials could mean fewer construction projects, which could mean a slowdown for the industry, fewer jobs and a drag on the economy as a whole.
—Alexander Coolidge, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Some economists say the data may very well diverge from the official numbers set to be published Thursday, but the report signals a private-sector slowdown nonetheless, in line with a cooling in hiring seen recently.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 2 July 2025
The sweltering conditions were perhaps an incidental metaphor for the pressure the industry is feeling as the global luxury industry experiences a troubling slowdown.
—Alice Pfeiffer, CNN Money, 1 July 2025
The ruling Liberal Democratic Party, which has run Japan with just two brief gaps since 1955, is very skilled at pinning economic slowdowns on the BOJ.
—William Pesek, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for slow (down)
Noun
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However, the revival of games like Brawl Stars proves that decline is not inevitable.—
Pawan Gaargi,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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However, the decline in enrollment there led the University of Missouri to reopen its program.—
Ramal Nasim,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2025
Verb
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Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is 86 years-old and his political power is weakened following the short war with Israel.—
Jackie Northam,
NPR,
9 July 2025
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The June jobs report showed strong headline numbers, but the underlying data pointed to a weakening labor market.—
Danny Bakst,
Fortune,
9 July 2025
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The restaurant industry has experienced a slump in the aftermath of ICE’s arrival in Los Angeles, with fewer customers dining in and more staff calling out.—
Karla Marie Sanford,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2025
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At 24, the question is whether there will be third-year growth after a significant sophomore slump.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
28 June 2025
Verb
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The tension between the Mercury’s ideas about commitment and its transgressive style had slackened.—
Merve Emre,
New Yorker,
16 June 2025
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There’s China, but its demand for oil has slackened markedly amid an economic slowdown.—
Neil MacFarquhar,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
Noun
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That can play an important role, but crime analysts say the reasons behind these drops are more complex and broader.—
Meg Anderson,
NPR,
30 June 2025
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Inspired by streetwear marketing that plays on exclusivity and hype, Absolute Merch’s full-scale merch strategies also feature merch drops and limited-edition designs that power community and revenue, often leading to merch trades among fans.—
Andrea Zarczynski,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
Verb
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For example, when AI flags a drop in team sentiment but leaders fail to engage with empathy or curiosity, the issue may deepen rather than resolve.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Several of the cases Smith flagged were cited in lawsuits brought by people injured by police, including an Associated Press photographer who was struck with a beanbag shotgun round.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 July 2025
Noun
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The degree of retardation is usually mild, but can be moderate to severe.—
Mark Cohen,
Discover Magazine,
4 Apr. 2012
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The criteria were: episodes that last no longer than 2 months, and that do not include suicidal feelings, psychotic symptoms, psychomotor retardation, or feelings of worthlessness.—
Neuroskeptic,
Discover Magazine,
15 Mar. 2013
Verb
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Snow will finally begin to taper off by sunset Monday.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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What’s more, even if it’s approved and eventually offered, the number of buyers is likely to be a fraction of what the White House has suggested and could taper off after an initial burst of buyers.—
Robert Frank,
CNBC,
26 June 2025
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“Slow (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slow%20%28down%29. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.
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