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stagnant

[stag-nuhnt] / ˈstæg nənt /


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Its spot in the market has been stagnant for the past three months, Ramp’s data show, and xAI’s share peaked at 2% in January.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

Lowe’s reported higher first-quarter sales boosted by growth in its online channel, even as a stagnant housing market continues to weigh on home improvement activity.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Inflation at three-year highs, rising energy prices, and stagnant wages are delaying stronger sales growth for home improvement retailers.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

That has been even slower in recent years, reflecting stagnant living standards.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

The drumming ebbs and flows, comes to a crescendo before stopping completely; then I am stagnant water again.

From "Pride" by Ibi Zoboi




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