moribund

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For an industry that’s always in flux, the revival of the melodrama might just be the savior that the once moribund mid-budget film has been seeking.

From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026

On the U.S. side, some are predicting that Trump will agree to open up travel to the island, which is key to revitalizing the moribund tourist economy.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026

There has been some hand-wringing in Britain over whether the “special relationship” between the U.S. and U.K. is now moribund.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

With its moribund state-managed economy still struggling under crippling sanctions, Kim is not expected to be so forthright this time around.

From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026

Joe explained that the passages read by Mr. de Klerk had been taken out of context and that Vula was a moribund operation.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela