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a situation in which something (such as business or economic activity) decreases or becomes worse
—usually singular
an economic downturn There's been a downturn in the housing market.
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Recent Examples of downturns
This leaves nonprofits vulnerable to economic downturns or donor fatigue.
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Peter Sanchez, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
Additionally, Palantir's government contracts account for 55% of its revenue as of 2024, which are typically less sensitive to economic downturns due to their focus on defense and public safety priorities.
—Gurufocus, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
The shift is notable because the major indices have overbought downturns that contrast with UBER’s oversold upturn.
—Katie Stockton, CNBC, 6 Jan. 2025
This can not only provide protection against economic downturns but can also create more opportunities to generate value.
—Steve Swinney, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Last year saw the finances at scores of colleges and universities taking serious downturns.
—Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
During market downturns, fear may cause panic selling, derailing long-term financial goals.
—Wayne Anderman, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
During economic downturns, their unemployment rates remain about half those of high school graduates.
—Chris Muller, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
Other potential fiscal downturns, like a recession, stock market drop, or a real estate downturn all scored under 20 percent, while the prospect of losing a job and becoming unemployed was a concerning factor for 8 percent.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
Peter Sanchez, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
Additionally, Palantir's government contracts account for 55% of its revenue as of 2024, which are typically less sensitive to economic downturns due to their focus on defense and public safety priorities.
—Gurufocus, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
The shift is notable because the major indices have overbought downturns that contrast with UBER’s oversold upturn.
—Katie Stockton, CNBC, 6 Jan. 2025
This can not only provide protection against economic downturns but can also create more opportunities to generate value.
—Steve Swinney, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Last year saw the finances at scores of colleges and universities taking serious downturns.
—Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
During market downturns, fear may cause panic selling, derailing long-term financial goals.
—Wayne Anderman, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
During economic downturns, their unemployment rates remain about half those of high school graduates.
—Chris Muller, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
Other potential fiscal downturns, like a recession, stock market drop, or a real estate downturn all scored under 20 percent, while the prospect of losing a job and becoming unemployed was a concerning factor for 8 percent.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for downturns
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Many congressional Republicans are demanding major reductions in federal spending, either on their own or to help pay for what are likely to be trillions of dollars of tax cuts.Howard Gleckman, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Mass deportations and reductions in legal immigration could lead to significant labor shortages, disrupting productivity and economic stability.Solange Charas, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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The homeowners had a hard time keeping fans from attempting their own pizza tosses or trying to sneak dips in the iconic backyard pool.CBS News, CBS News, 4 Jan. 2025
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The homeowners had a hard time keeping fans from attempting their own pizza tosses or trying to sneak dips in the iconic backyard pool.CBS News, CBS News, 4 Jan. 2025
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After a stretch of suboptimal performances in losses to Latvia, the United States and Czechia, Cowan received an excessive amount of hate on social media.Joshua Kloke, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
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As sales flagged and losses grew, Donatella Versace’s role was often criticized and questioned.Mattia Dognini, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Jan. 2025
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“Downturns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/downturns. Accessed 11 Jan. 2025.
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