demoted
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They excluded those that used to be in a larger-stock category and got demoted, or those that entered the market through an initial public offering.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026
Crowley, who was demoted to another position, filed a lawsuit against the city, saying the mayor engaged in a retaliation campaign.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 23, 2026
The Frenchman was demoted to seventh place after the race by two five-second penalties for exceeding the pit-lane speed limit.
From BBC ● Jun. 12, 2026
When workers in their 40s and older are laid off or demoted, or face cuts in their hours, they may suspect age is a factor.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 3, 2026
The officer was demoted, restored, then put out on the street to continue his work.
From "Between the World and Me" by Ta-Nehisi Coates
