weakening

Example Sentences

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But historically they have done better in the face of a weakening job market than they are doing now.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

That conflagration was 5% contained by Tuesday afternoon as weakening winds helped crews get a handle on the incident, according to Cal Fire.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

The first was bullish RSI divergence between January and April, as the RSI formed higher lows while the stock itself made lower lows, often an early sign that downside momentum is weakening.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

In late March, the KOF Swiss Economic Institute warned that due to rising energy prices firms were already cutting investment, and said that while consumer spending had remained resilient, a prolonged conflict risked weakening demand.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

He could feel his front paws weakening with the effort of holding the table while he climbed.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el