doldrums
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The imbalance strains Americans’ budgets, diminishes their spending power and generally keeps their financial mood in the doldrums.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
It was only a year ago that the memory stocks emerged from the doldrums, while as recently as September Intel shares were lower than when ChatGPT launched.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
Bitcoin has been in the doldrums for months, with its fall back from highs above $100,000 in late 2025 accelerating since January and prices languishing around $60,000 until a slow march higher through April.
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
A golden period for snooker - but are UK clubs returning from doldrums?
From BBC • May 1, 2026
Thomas wanted to stand up and cheer, sure that Alby would finally snap out of his doldrums.
From "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner
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Physical Geography - Middle School
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Physical Geography - High School
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