negative

Example Sentences

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“This predicts a further decline…The currency is overall assessed as technically slightly negative for the short term.”

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Firms said the negative effect of the war on sentiment added to the adverse impact of trade tariffs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Goldman Sachs researchers argue that the negative narrative is overstated, given that people are living longer and staying functionally younger.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Much of the frying process occurs under negative pressure, which increases the tendency for oil to be pulled into the food.

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026

The press was sometimes negative enough to cause those around Bobby to revise their opinion of him.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady