downward

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Banking and financial services have also faced downward pressure as the conflict heightens global economic uncertainty, and the effects of rising fuel prices filter through the economy at all levels.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

Gold futures resumed their downward momentum after briefly pausing to climb over $4,500 a troy ounce Wednesday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Brickell says holding your head at a 45-degree downward angle while scrolling is like supporting a 49-pound weight with your neck.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

The downward trend extends the loss of 42,000 jobs in L.A. between 2022 and 2024, the continued suffering of local sound stages and the offshoring of productions internationally.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

He pointed at what looked like six gigantic red tubes far below us, sloping downward with water frothing beneath them in the river.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo