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depress

[dih-pres] / dɪˈprɛs /




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FedEx can typically offset higher energy prices with fuel surcharges, but higher shipping costs can still depress freight demand.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

“This will extend the upgrade cycle and depress volumes.”

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

She worries that if a company ends up hiring a worker on a lower wage, the practice will depress wages for everyone.

From Slate • Jan. 20, 2026

At the beginning of last year, many analysts expected new U.S. tariffs to stifle China’s exports and depress growth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 19, 2026

I loved looking at the trees more than anything at first, but after awhile even those started to depress me.

From "The Pigman" by Paul Zindel




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