deflation
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It would not surprise me if Spurs score first for them to have a bit of hope but then Brighton will come back, and you can kind of see the deflation happening.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
A 0% target leaves little room for error since even a minor shock could result in deflation, or falling prices—which is arguably more problematic than inflation.
From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026
When accompanied by a vicious cycle of falling prices and falling demand, that turns into a process known as deflation.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026
But there’s another thing American consumers and investors should feel nervous about: the prospect of deflation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026
"Sounds more like deflation," Bit grumbled under his breath, patting his pockets.
From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds
Vocabulary lists containing deflation
Economics
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Economics I
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American History - Middle School
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