as in recessions
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 slumps
Mark Carey, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
Research has also found that high-protein breakfasts help to stabilize blood sugar, reduce mid-morning energy slumps, support metabolism and maintain muscle mass, especially in older adults.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 19 Oct. 2025
There are slumps, patches of mediocre play, doldrums of various kinds.
—Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2025
Second-half slumps and injuries have undoubtedly taken a toll, but most of the talent is ready to roll in October.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025
His power outage has coincided with Kyle Tucker’s struggles, which have compounded the impact of both sluggers’ slumps.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
As one group of players rushes wildly to celebrate with its fans, the other slumps to the floor with their heads buried in their hands or the turf.
—Amanda Davies, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2025
The Kansas City Current is running away at the top of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), while the reigning champion has had some slumps.
—Neel Shelat, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Noun
The ebbs and flows of results will occur for any team, but the best coaches are those who keep any short-term slumps to a minimum.
—Mark Carey, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
Research has also found that high-protein breakfasts help to stabilize blood sugar, reduce mid-morning energy slumps, support metabolism and maintain muscle mass, especially in older adults.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 19 Oct. 2025
There are slumps, patches of mediocre play, doldrums of various kinds.
—Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 28 Sep. 2025
Second-half slumps and injuries have undoubtedly taken a toll, but most of the talent is ready to roll in October.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025
His power outage has coincided with Kyle Tucker’s struggles, which have compounded the impact of both sluggers’ slumps.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
As one group of players rushes wildly to celebrate with its fans, the other slumps to the floor with their heads buried in their hands or the turf.
—Amanda Davies, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2025
The Kansas City Current is running away at the top of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), while the reigning champion has had some slumps.
—Neel Shelat, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slumps
Noun
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Tennessee has amassed more than $2 billion in a rainy day fund, designed to be used to accommodate unexpected shortfalls in state revenues, and amid emergencies such as natural disasters and recessions.—
Vivian Jones,
Nashville Tennessean,
23 Oct. 2025
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Previous recessions including the 2008 Great Recession were triggered by similar risky lending practices.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The effortlessly cool shape sits low on the hips, with a shorter inseam that slouches through a subtle, flattering drape.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Footwear News,
22 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Mason, my character, really struggles with that.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
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The book, illustrated by Petra Brown and geared toward kids ages 3 to 7, follows a young girl named Kat who struggles to continue horseback riding after falling off a horse.—
Anna Halkidis,
Parents,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Yet, recent studies, such as The State of Women in Engineering Leadership in 2025, reveal that the success of these methods wanes as these women advance in their careers.—
Ethan M. Stone,
USA Today,
14 Oct. 2025
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Although the damage to their credit scores may be significant, the effect typically wanes over time and disappears once the collection drops off their credit reports in seven years.—
Liz Weston,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The cream should hold a soft, semi-sturdy peak that gently droops at the tip without collapsing entirely.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
22 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Moderating declines at Vans suggest that the brand’s overhaul is taking shape.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
3 Nov. 2025
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If the player declines the qualifying offer, his previous team is entitled to an extra draft pick as compensation.—
Jon Vankin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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When the stress exceeds the fault’s resistance, the locked segment abruptly slips, releasing energy in the form of seismic waves, heat, and rock fracturing.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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Oregon slips a spot after a methodical win against Wisconsin, while Ole Miss flips places with Miami after beating Oklahoma on the road.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
26 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Cargo plane skids off runway in Hong Kong An Emirates Boeing 747 cargo plane skidded off the runway after arriving at Hong Kong International Airport and landed in the sea, according to airport authority.—
Clara McMichael,
ABC News,
19 Oct. 2025
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“Slumps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slumps. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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