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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)
Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 3 June 2026
The two countries entered into a ceasefire in April, but occasional clashes have continued, and global oil markets remain impacted by a sharp slowdown in shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
—Aaron Navarro, CBS News, 3 June 2026
For now, though, the market shows no signs of a slowdown.
—ABC News, 3 June 2026
The reason for the slowdown, unsurprisingly, is the memory shortage.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 3 June 2026
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Noun
At the time, the trade body was concerned about slowdowns in supply chains and more staff shortages, as air traffic controllers had been working without pay.
—Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 3 June 2026
The two countries entered into a ceasefire in April, but occasional clashes have continued, and global oil markets remain impacted by a sharp slowdown in shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
—Aaron Navarro, CBS News, 3 June 2026
For now, though, the market shows no signs of a slowdown.
—ABC News, 3 June 2026
The reason for the slowdown, unsurprisingly, is the memory shortage.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 3 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for slow (down)
Verb
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Over the course of two summers, the Kings weakened the fulcrum of their roster by losing Matt Roy and Vladislav Gavrikov in free agency, then exacerbating matters by casting off Jordan Spence for a modest return.—
Andrew Knoll,
Daily News,
9 June 2026
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The acid can etch, discolor, or weaken stone and concrete.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
9 June 2026
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Tending to Barbara in her days of decline is her child, a trans man, who Barbara refers to as her daughter throughout.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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The decline suggests a blow to small businesses that can’t afford the fee, but previously benefited from the visa program.—
Jacqueline Munis,
Fortune,
10 June 2026
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Contributors tried their hand at the remainder, but with so few implications left, many people drifted away; Tao’s updates slackened from their near-daily cadence to once every few weeks.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
8 June 2026
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Another factor was the slackening appeal of industrial companies, which had long absorbed the greatest number of young graduates.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 May 2026
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Zscaler lost two key salespeople, and the deceleration is palpable.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
27 May 2026
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At best, this method could be deployed as part of a hybrid strategy that uses a separate system for deceleration.—
Kai James,
The Conversation,
26 May 2026
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That said, a December 2025 endocrine adaptations review flagged that fasts longer than 24 hours carry greater risk, including cortisol elevation and suppression of follicle-stimulating and luteinizing hormones.—
Allison Palmer,
Charlotte Observer,
10 June 2026
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The 205-page report released Monday estimates roughly $300 million in meal program fraud and flagged potentially $9 billion more in questionable medicaid payments.—
Aki Nace,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
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Zach Neto was hit by a pitch and Mike Trout ended an 0-for-22 slump with a single to load the bases.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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Suzuki said Trout is hitting the ball better than the slump suggests.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
9 June 2026
Verb
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Any evening storms taper off overnight, but the muggy air sticks around.—
Justin Lewis,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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In some cases, patients who no longer wish to take the medication because of inconvenience or side effects can slowly taper off, eventually discontinuing medication altogether.—
Lev Facher,
STAT,
10 June 2026
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Submissions for variety special (pre-recorded) tumbled to 66 from 89, a 23-title plunge that accounts for roughly half the year’s overall drop.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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Combine 2 cups of water, 1 teaspoon of liquid soap, 10 drops of peppermint oil, and 10 drops of garlic extract in a spray bottle and shake well.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
11 June 2026
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“Slow (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slow%20%28down%29. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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