regression

as in reversion
the act or an instance of going back to an earlier and lower level especially of intelligence or behavior the regression to really childish behavior that boys often undergo when put in large groups

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Recent Examples on the Web Rooker could viably maintain this level of production, but there’s always the possibility of regression, which would, in turn, decrease his value. Justice Delos Santos, The Mercury News, 25 July 2024 These factors, alongside the statistical phenomenon of regression to the mean – where crime rates normalize after extreme spikes – apply to both national and local crime rates. Carla Lewandowski, The Conversation, 23 Sep. 2024 And, in a continuation of their recent regression at the plate, the lineup offered little resistance against National League Cy Young favorite Chris Sale, managing just seven hits in what was their seventh game out of the last nine scoring fewer than five runs. Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2024 Some may not appear distressed or unhappy at all, but will show serious symptoms of regression in behavior and developmental milestones. Alaa Elassar, CNN, 7 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for regression 

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“Regression.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regression. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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