in the doldrums
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But overall the fallout from the war is another blow for Europe's traditional industrial powerhouse as it is struggling to rebound after a long period in the doldrums.
From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026
A lower GDP target for 2026 reflects a level of tolerance for weaker growth as China’s economy contends with muted household spending, dampened investment and a real-estate market in the doldrums.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026
It's a horror scenario for European economies, which are already in the doldrums.
From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026
“That the home construction sector is in the doldrums is evidenced by the continuation of depression level sales volume for single-family detached housing and continued increases in median prices,” the report said.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 3, 2025
In the fall of 1988, Midland and Odessa were still in the doldrums of the bust.
From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
