as in recession
a period of decreased economic activity
the stock market is in a bit of a slump, but analysts expect things to pick up in the next fiscal quarter
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Recent Examples of slump
Data Reporter, Austin American Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
But then in 2025, there were early signs of a sophomore slump.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 8 Jan. 2026
Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 7 Sep. 2025
Fortunately, as manager Alex Cora often says, speed doesn’t slump.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 31 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Torres said an all-day Sunday happy hour at Techo has helped with the slump so far this month, whatever is driving it.
—Data Reporter, Austin American Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026
But then in 2025, there were early signs of a sophomore slump.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 8 Jan. 2026
Verb
The news comes as the production has also been seeing its grosses slump in the past several weeks, with capacity falling to just below 70 percent in the past several weeks and grosses hovering around $500,000 for the show, which has a high running cost.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 7 Sep. 2025
Fortunately, as manager Alex Cora often says, speed doesn’t slump.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 31 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for slump
Noun
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In a recession In a rough economy, gold often takes the lead, living up to its reputation as a safe haven.—
Sharon Wu,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
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For all of 2025, employers added just 584,000 jobs, a sharp decline from 2 million jobs in 2024 and the weakest year outside of a recession since the early 2000s.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
11 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Interiors strike a balance between upscale chic—with slouching sofas and armchairs upholstered in a lilac linen that references blooms that peek out around the property—and exceedingly minimal, with modern fireplaces and infinity pools.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Jan. 2026
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With its stable, upright backrest, the seat discourages slouching, but also has enough give for comfortably sitting hour after hour.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Stephen Curry had 27 points and a season-high 10 assists for his second double-double this season, and the Golden State Warriors beat the skidding Sacramento Kings 137-103 on Friday night.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The fragile skeleton of her ego threatened to snap under the pressure of the animal forces that pressed down on her consciousness, her narrative mind sagging and distended beneath pitiless and grandiose feeling.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
11 Jan. 2026
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Pre-festival enthusiasm sagged compared to the inaugural year.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The protests began last week with economic grievances as the Iranian currency, the rial, tanked.—
Henry Austin,
NBC news,
7 Jan. 2026
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Those are the drafts the Dolphins tanked for in 2019 to get five, first-round and four, second-round picks Receiver Jaylen Waddle looks like the lone survivor.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The activity periodically forms a dome over the main vent, which eventually collapses, causing an eruption.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Jan. 2026
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McDearmond knew without Hannah's help, the criminal case against Brian would likely collapse.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
Verb
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His strength on defense was particularly impressive for a freshman, as TCU big men Xavier Edmonds and David Punch struggled to create good looks inside the lane thanks in large part to the defense of Peat.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Jan. 2026
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Players throughout the Heat’s rotation struggled to make shots.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
11 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Too thick of a mascara coat, and suddenly my gaze droops.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
8 Jan. 2026
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These curtains are typically made from lightweight, inexpensive fabrics that lack the heft needed to drape properly, causing them to sag or droop in the center.—
Marisa Suzanne Martin,
The Spruce,
2 Jan. 2026
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“Slump.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slump. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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