decelerate
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“With tougher compares and higher fuel prices, Target’s performance may decelerate, as is implied in Target’s guidance,” he said.
From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026
It's very light but strong enough to produce the drag that we need to decelerate.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
"You just decelerate so much before corners," Norris said.
From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026
Shelter costs for Canadians continue to decelerate, rising 1.7% for the latest month, marking the first time in almost five years shelter expenses have advanced by less than 2%.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026
Where virtually all horses decelerate and often drift out as they try to negotiate corners, Seabiscuit was capable of holding a tight line while accelerating dramatically.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
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