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
Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Aug. 2025
As the now-driverless transport rolls to a stop just shy from the end zone, the remaining troops slump onto the floor, crawling prone to avoid suppressive fire.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 12 Aug. 2025
Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 9 Sep. 2025
The Royals have endured a lot, some of it within their control — like a three-month slump to open the year— and some it less so, like losing starting pitchers Kris Bubic, Cole Ragans and now Seth Lugo to injured list stints.
—Sam McDowell 9, Kansas City Star, 9 Sep. 2025
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Noun
His speed and defense never slump.
—Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Aug. 2025
As the now-driverless transport rolls to a stop just shy from the end zone, the remaining troops slump onto the floor, crawling prone to avoid suppressive fire.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 12 Aug. 2025
Verb
An intraday slump neared 15% at one point after the Journal‘s report before retreating, but roughly 9% has still been wiped off Kenvue’s market cap.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 9 Sep. 2025
The Royals have endured a lot, some of it within their control — like a three-month slump to open the year— and some it less so, like losing starting pitchers Kris Bubic, Cole Ragans and now Seth Lugo to injured list stints.
—Sam McDowell 9, Kansas City Star, 9 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for slump
Noun
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The housing market is long been seen as an early warning sign for recessions, and one data point in particular has caught the attention of Moody’s Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
14 Sep. 2025
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And, in 2023, forecasters and Fed economists predicted a recession that never happened.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
14 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Skylar Diggins, known for hitting the tunnel in something sharp, diagonal, and pointed, switches it up this time, opting for something smooth, slouched, and low-hanging.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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The rigid, high-quality leather will stay in place without slouching, perfect for layering with slim jeans or pairing with midi-dresses.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
29 July 2025
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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.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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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 Sep. 2025
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Cracker Barrel was looking to draw new customers, especially younger ones, after years of sagging sales.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN Money,
13 Sep. 2025
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Policymakers are widely expected to lower their benchmark rate by a quarter percentage point next week to prop up the sagging job market.—
Scott Horsley,
NPR,
11 Sep. 2025
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In Tuesday's rankings, the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression tanked IU's score largely because leadership cancelled a speaker in response to the anti-DEI movement and placed a sniper atop the student union during 2024's pro-Palestine encampment.—
Cate Charron,
IndyStar,
9 Sep. 2025
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If the labor market is tanking or inflation is sticky next year, that won’t matter politically as long as workers still feel good about the economy.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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By this time, the Soviet Union had collapsed, leading Manuylov to start a business in the candy trade.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Luckily, the airport had a failsafe in the form of a ground material designed to collapse under the plane's weight and stop it in its tracks.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Traditional data lakes can store raw data at scale but lack quality controls, while warehouses enforce structure but struggle with unstructured or fast changing data.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Almost half of those who abided by boundaries (45%) reported low burnout, compared to 6% of those who struggled to do so.—
Samantha Dewalt,
Fortune,
12 Sep. 2025
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To emphasize the sad state of affairs, Ilett updated his followers on another bad hair day from inside a running shower, his matted locks drooping to his cheekbones.—
Don Riddell,
CNN Money,
2 Sep. 2025
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Young trees usually don’t require pruning, though older ones can be shaped for aesthetics to remove drooping limbs, says Simpson.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
25 Aug. 2025
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“Slump.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slump. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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