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cyclical

[sahy-kli-kuhl, sik-li-] / ˈsaɪ klɪ kəl, ˈsɪk lɪ- /


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“Retail participation has evolved from a cyclical phenomenon into a structural feature of modern markets, providing a persistent source of demand across U.S. equities,” Rubner said.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 1, 2026

Caputo said that phenomenon was expected and normal, because when the Sun is in its more active cyclical stages, it emits more particles and causes an expansion of Earth's atmosphere.

From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026

The shift in how contracts are priced is a game changer for the industry, which has historically seen volatile price movements lead the way to cyclical downturns.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026

Both industries can be cyclical, but the ups and downs are typically less severe on the commercial side.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

Wacquant has written extensively about the cyclical nature of racial caste in America.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander




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