vicious circle
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The result is a vicious circle that can contribute to the progression of dementia.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 17, 2026
This then weakens activity and prices in what can become a vicious circle.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 4, 2026
The business squeeze has in turn led many establishments to raise entry charges and drinks prices, setting off a vicious circle where many young people and stalwarts of the scene feel priced out.
From Barron's ● Oct. 16, 2025
"To break free from the poverty trap, it is essential to first break the primary vicious circle by addressing its root causes - namely the key determinants of economic growth," he says.
From BBC ● Oct. 10, 2025
So they were stuck in a vicious circle.
From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan
