recession
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Several studies suggest that GDP per capita has declined by at least 6%, a serious recession in a period when most other major nations have seen modest economic growth.
From Salon ● Jul. 22, 2026
The economy began the year showing signs of recovery as it finally shrugged off years of recession.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 20, 2026
Consulting firm Capital Economics predicts that a prolonged, simultaneous closure of the waterways—or significant damage to Saudi pipeline or port infrastructure—could push the global economy into a recession.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
Canada entered a technical recession earlier this year, after reporting two consecutive quarters of economic contraction.
From Barron's ● Jul. 15, 2026
A national recession was under way, steel orders were reduced, and Coalwood was producing more coal than the steel company needed.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
Vocabulary lists containing recession
Western Europe - Introductory
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East Asia - Middle School
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East Asia - High School
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