downtick

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With the speed uptick, Sasaki has also seen an inverse downtick in the earned runs column on his statline.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

The downtick marked a contrast with sentiment data from businesses, including the closely watched Ifo Institute index, which registered improved confidence among firms in October.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 28, 2025

After a downtick in wasp callouts in recent summers, his industry has been busier than usual tackling problems caused by wasps this year, he says.

From BBC • Jul. 18, 2025

Despite a downtick in laughs, “The Rehearsal” remains fascinating and thought-provoking, and Fielder’s blur of comedy and documentary is endlessly compelling.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 9, 2022

The number of men attending nonprofit, private schools that offer four-year degrees dropped nearly 1 percent, while the downtick in female enrollment at those institutions barely registered at .1 percent.

From Washington Times • Jun. 3, 2018