as in recession
a period of decreased economic activity
the stock market is in a bit of a slump, but analysts expect things to pick up in the next fiscal quarter
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Recent Examples of slump
Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 22 May 2025
Charles and sharpshooter Marina Mabrey were the only players to make more than two field goals for the Sun, but Mabrey continued an offensive slump hitting 27.2% from the field and going 1-for-5 beyond the arc.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 21 May 2025
Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 18 May 2025
Dar Global had a rough 2024, with net profits falling by 82% to $15 million and revenue slumping by 33% to $240 million.
—Giacomo Tognini, Forbes.com, 17 May 2025
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Noun
For some of the Stars, such as Robertson and Marchment, their scoring slumps had been the product of lackluster play.
—Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 22 May 2025
Charles and sharpshooter Marina Mabrey were the only players to make more than two field goals for the Sun, but Mabrey continued an offensive slump hitting 27.2% from the field and going 1-for-5 beyond the arc.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 21 May 2025
Verb
But Miller got the slumping Brenton Doyle to pop out, and Michael Toglia lined out sharply to shortstop Geraldo Perdomo to end the game.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 18 May 2025
Dar Global had a rough 2024, with net profits falling by 82% to $15 million and revenue slumping by 33% to $240 million.
—Giacomo Tognini, Forbes.com, 17 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for slump
Noun
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Notably, stocks hit their April low when betting odds of recession were at their highest.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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But for Trump’s opponents, the economic news since Inauguration Day has been one setback after another, and talk of a recession has been a constant theme.—
Haisten Willis,
The Washington Examiner,
30 May 2025
Verb
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As a clerk called his name during a roll call vote on an amendment, Moore was snoozing -- slouched in his seat, eyes peacefully closed.—
Lauren Peller,
ABC News,
14 May 2025
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Craig slouches through the world in schlumpy mud-colored gear.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
9 May 2025
Verb
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Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
23 May 2025
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When tragedy strikes on Michigan roads—when a car skids off an icy bend or a semi-truck barrels through a red light—victims are often left to face not only devastating injuries but also a daunting legal maze of corporate denials and stubborn insurers.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
Verb
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The data also showed EV sales holding up well against a sagging overall auto market in Europe.—
Kevin Williams,
Quartz,
22 May 2025
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The modifications and upgrades come as QX60 sales sagged in the first quarter of the year, dipping 8.7% from the first three months of 2024.—
Ed Garsten,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
Verb
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In December of 2023, Hockenson suffered a torn ACL and MCL which tanked his dynasty value.—
Steve Bradshaw,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Who wants to think about consequences like the global economy tanking?—
James Grebey,
Vulture,
23 May 2025
Verb
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The security perimeter collapses, and the risk increases exponentially.—
Craig Davies,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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Video shows the man collapse to the ground, deputies said.—
Olivia Lloyd,
Miami Herald,
26 May 2025
Verb
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Rob Crossan January 17, 2025 Marketed as a luxury tourist destination, the Maldives struggles with the legacy of an authoritarian government and the existential threat of climate change.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
23 May 2025
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That built him a three-shot lead entering Sunday's final round. Midway through his final 18, Scheffler was struggling.—
Kendall Capps,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 May 2025
Verb
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Some strokes are more severe than others, with people experiencing only mild confusion or a drooping smile while others can lose mobility or even consciousness.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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With two foot-long horns protruding from either side of their heads, a large hump resting on their shoulders and folds of loose skin drooping from their neck, these aren’t your typical black-and-white milk carton dairy cows.—
Stephanie Lam,
The Mercury News,
23 Mar. 2025
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“Slump.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slump. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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