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doldrums

[dohl-druhmz, dol-, dawl-] / ˈdoʊl drəmz, ˈdɒl-, ˈdɔl- /


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Canada is facing some economic doldrums, Tostenson said, but "you learn that if you give people a real reason to spend their money and give them value, they'll spend it".

From BBC • Jul. 8, 2026

Blame a combination of factors, including the lull following Emmy season, competition from the World Cup and the traditional summer doldrums.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026

A strong showing for “Toy Story 5” will further fuel a recovery of the box office this year from the post-pandemic doldrums.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026

By late 2022, the tech market in the doldrums, he retreated from public appearances, and underwent a period of soul-searching.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Thomas wanted to stand up and cheer, sure that Alby would finally snap out of his doldrums.

From "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner




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