deteriorating
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In the mid-1990s, after a period of dwindling ratings and deteriorating cultural relevance, the WWF embarked on a radical brand pivot.
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
Raman said Bass had failed to act with urgency on the production of new apartments, repairs to deteriorating infrastructure and the exodus of entertainment industry jobs.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
“Households’ views on their personal financial situation, both past and future, are deteriorating once again,” the statistics agency said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
Some analysts say the real warning sign won’t necessarily appear in revenue growth, but in slowing net new store additions, rising closure rates, or deteriorating franchisee retention.
From Barron's • May 26, 2026
Several miles of side trails have been closed, and others are deteriorating.
From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson
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