bad times

Example Sentences

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In good times the extra leverage helps juice investment returns, but in bad times it can amplify losses.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

“You should basically pay off your debt in good times and borrow in bad times and keep your taxes relatively smooth,” Phelan said External link about the legislation’s effects on the debt.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

Today, however, we come not to bemoan the bad times but celebrate the good times, for the Angels and Dodgers.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

“Conversely,” he continues, “in bad times the interest rates may go down, but your revenues go down, too.”

From MarketWatch • Jan. 7, 2026

I’d never seen him cry before in my whole life; and I knew there were bad times coming.

From "My Brother Sam is Dead" by James Lincoln Collier and Christopher Collier