downturn
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He says this could represent heightened risk if market conditions deteriorate, especially with Virgin Australia’s value-conscious customers potentially more sensitive to an economic downturn.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
The tech sector escaped the downturn and rose 1.9%, though.
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
The International Monetary Fund has warned the world risks sinking into a deep downturn the longer the strait remains shut.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
After dropping just eight games in his Roland Garros opener against Clement Tabur, Sinner was in similarly commanding form against Cerundolo, leading 6-3 6-2 5-1 before suffering a dramatic physical downturn.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
The prediction that the end of the war would send Hampton Roads into an economic downturn proved incorrect.
From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly
Vocabulary lists containing downturn
"Principles of Business," Vocabulary from Chapter 14
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Games of Deception
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"The Americans: Reconstruction to the 21st Century," Vocabulary from Chapter 14
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