negative

Example Sentences

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A negative correlation, like the one seen now, indicates fears of inflation are dominating, while a positive correlation would suggest growth risks are taking precedence.

From MarketWatch

Ultraprocessed foods have certain qualities that might be contributing to the negative health effects, scientists have found.

From The Wall Street Journal

The result marked the first negative reading since April last year.

From The Wall Street Journal

The Fitch ratings agency this month downgraded Indonesia's credit outlook to negative, citing "rising policy uncertainty".

From Barron's

That’s viewed as a negative by the consultants, as is the long tenure of many board members—another negative due the idea that leads to “entrenchment.”

From Barron's