vicious cycle

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Researchers say sand mining and groundwater depletion have weakened its ability to cool the surrounding landscape, creating a vicious cycle in which water scarcity and extreme temperatures reinforce one another.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

The move has sparked concerns over the nation’s fiscal health, leading to further yen depreciation and creating a vicious cycle.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

When accompanied by a vicious cycle of falling prices and falling demand, that turns into a process known as deflation.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

Then, when a wildfire comes through and natives begin to regrow, they’re chomped back down, creating a vicious cycle.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026

It was getting to be a vicious cycle, so finally I did call Mrs. DiAngelo and I went back to work.

From "Red Kayak" by Priscilla Cummings