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downstream

[doun-streem] / ˈdaʊnˈstrim /


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That means the geographic risk is concentrated in Taiwan, with much of the downstream economic risk sits with American companies.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 24, 2026

The Colorado River first flows into Lake Powell before continuing downstream toward Lake Mead.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 23, 2026

This year’s energy surge could deliver a second hit to inflation as costlier oil becomes embedded in downstream goods and services in the coming year.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026

Moments after the seismic event, which was initially thought to have been an earthquake, a massive wall of water and debris crashed downstream, taking buildings, roads and vehicles with it.

From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2026

Half a mile downstream, Lord Nugent’s boat slammed into the landing at the foot of a great lawn leading up to a white building in the classical style.

From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman




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