downtick

Example Sentences

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There also appeared to be a downtick on hopes for the speed of the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 20, 2025

After a downtick in wasp callouts in recent summers, his industry has been busier than usual tackling problems caused by wasps this year, he says.

From BBC • Jul. 18, 2025

The NFL has seen a major downtick in offense this season, due in large part to defensive scheme changes.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 2022

Despite a downtick in laughs, “The Rehearsal” remains fascinating and thought-provoking, and Fielder’s blur of comedy and documentary is endlessly compelling.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 9, 2022

“But maybe, potentially, a downtick in planned pregnancies. So the question is, which is going to be the most?” he said.

From Washington Times • May 20, 2020