downturn

Example Sentences

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U.S. job growth blew past expectations last month, a resilient rebound that defied concerns about a pending downturn.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

“If we do see a downturn in the economy, it would not be surprising to see remote workers be let go first,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

“If we do see a downturn in the economy, it would not be surprising to see remote workers be let go first,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

In 2022, household consumption was lifted by multiple tailwinds, including job growth coming out of the Covid-19 pandemic, vestiges of government stimulus in response to the pandemic-related downturn, and strong household balance sheets.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 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