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decelerate

[dee-sel-uh-reyt] / diˈsɛl əˌreɪt /
VERB
slow down
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Morgan analyst Doug Anmuth was encouraged by Meta’s increased advertising revenue, although he expects sales growth to decelerate throughout the year and sees a more “challenging” path to returns outside of advertising.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

"You just decelerate so much before corners," Norris said.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

If wage growth continues to decelerate, the gap could widen further, leaving the economy more vulnerable to shocks.

From Barron's • Dec. 19, 2025

Citi thinks the decent sales trend could continue during the upcoming festive season, although its momentum may decelerate because of the higher base of comparison.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 22, 2025

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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