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demotion

[dih-moh-shuhn] / dɪˈmoʊ ʃən /
NOUN
a demoting
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But would he accept such a move, which might feel like a demotion?

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 2, 2026

This comes ahead of MSCI’s decision next week to determine if Indonesia will hold on to its emerging-market status or drop to a frontier-market classification, a demotion that analysts say will spur heavy capital outflows.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 19, 2026

Bovino’s apparent demotion came after he made demonstrably false claims that Pretti was aiming to kill federal agents.

From Salon Mar. 5, 2026

He asked the judge to block the demotion with a temporary injunction while his lawsuit proceeded.

From BBC Feb. 12, 2026

The eighth victory in any tournament is therefore critical, the difference between promotion and demotion; it is roughly four times as valuable in the rankings as the typical victory.

From "Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything" by Steven D. Levitt

This action follows a series of high-profile staffing changes in the Justice Department, including demotions in February by interim U.S.

From Salon Jun. 28, 2025

Data shows demotions are not common, and her case has sparked controversy within the ranks of the department.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 14, 2024

After a post has been flagged by one of the independent fact-checkers, users will be able to lower or maintain the level of demotions on a post.

From Washington Times Dec. 13, 2023

Over the course of the two demotions, her salary dipped from $92,000 to roughly $61,200.

From Seattle Times Jun. 13, 2023

Unlike many cabinet reshuffles, this one involved no demotions or firings.

From New York Times Feb. 7, 2023




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