as in declines
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 slowdowns
Three recent stories about South Florida travel covered airport slowdowns, changing tourism trends and new technology to speed up security.
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Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
More industries are retooling around AI after experiencing slowdowns in their core businesses.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 10 Feb. 2026
From covering payroll during seasonal slowdowns to purchasing inventory, repairing equipment, or managing cash-flow gaps, access to flexible financing allows entrepreneurs to grow and adapt in an ever-changing marketplace.
—Julio Fuentes, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
The meters are intended to control the flow of traffic onto state highways to diminish slowdowns and collisions, said Nick Liccardo, a senior transportation engineer with the state Department of Transportation.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 31 Jan. 2026
The slowdowns are shifting from intelligence to hardwired and manually built infrastructure.
—Mark Minevich, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Other tips for driving in snow Navigation apps like Google Maps, Apple Maps and Waze collect real-time information on traffic slowdowns and collisions.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 24 Jan. 2026
These developments unfolded during a period marked by broader medtech slowdowns — from regulatory backlogs to lingering effects of the fall government shutdown — as well as a fundraising environment that can be challenging for early-stage medtech companies.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 17 Jan. 2026
That delay reflects both industry-wide slowdowns — and Reeves’ famously meticulous approach to development.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 6 Jan. 2026
Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
More industries are retooling around AI after experiencing slowdowns in their core businesses.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 10 Feb. 2026
From covering payroll during seasonal slowdowns to purchasing inventory, repairing equipment, or managing cash-flow gaps, access to flexible financing allows entrepreneurs to grow and adapt in an ever-changing marketplace.
—Julio Fuentes, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
The meters are intended to control the flow of traffic onto state highways to diminish slowdowns and collisions, said Nick Liccardo, a senior transportation engineer with the state Department of Transportation.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 31 Jan. 2026
The slowdowns are shifting from intelligence to hardwired and manually built infrastructure.
—Mark Minevich, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Other tips for driving in snow Navigation apps like Google Maps, Apple Maps and Waze collect real-time information on traffic slowdowns and collisions.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 24 Jan. 2026
These developments unfolded during a period marked by broader medtech slowdowns — from regulatory backlogs to lingering effects of the fall government shutdown — as well as a fundraising environment that can be challenging for early-stage medtech companies.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 17 Jan. 2026
That delay reflects both industry-wide slowdowns — and Reeves’ famously meticulous approach to development.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 6 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slowdowns
Noun
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Studies have shown, however, that buybacks account for significant declines in mass shootings.—
Max Saltman,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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However, as oil production declines and fossil fuel companies increasingly become insolvent, California regulators worry taxpayers may have to assume the costs to plug these wells.—
Tony Briscoe,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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Rosehip oil can be applied pure to clean, dry skin on both the face and body using a few drops massaged in gently.—
Beatrice Zocchi,
Vogue,
19 Feb. 2026
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The brand will operate seasonlessly through drops, with collaborations and ambassador partnerships in development.—
Ritu Upadhyay,
Footwear News,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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How was a young vet like Josh Jung to pull himself out of an offensive quagmire if everybody else was too focused on their own slumps and routines?—
Evan Grant,
Dallas Morning News,
15 Feb. 2026
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There were hot streaks in the postseason, but also difficult slumps in the regular season.—
Charlotte Varnes,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2026
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“Slowdowns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slowdowns. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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