disinvestment
Example Sentences
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Officials in Republican-led states have argued that the rule will lead to disinvestment in fossil fuel companies that provide tax revenue and jobs in their states.
From New York Times
Rural utilities and power companies that are working toward a green transition say half the work lies in overcoming decades of economic disadvantage and disinvestment.
From Salon
At a public listening session last week, west Baltimore residents also demanded tangible improvements to help rebuild nearby communities suffering from deepening cycles of poverty, disinvestment, blight and crime.
From Seattle Times
In other words, because there’s been so much disinvestment, Rockford’s housing is cheaper and more plentiful than elsewhere.
From New York Times
But since Upton’s heyday, the area has experienced a steady decline driven by urban flight and growing disinvestment.
From Seattle Times
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