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downturn

[doun-turn] / ˈdaʊnˌtɜrn /


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“If we do see a downturn in the economy, it would not be surprising to see remote workers be let go first,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

“If we do see a downturn in the economy, it would not be surprising to see remote workers be let go first,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Asian countries are already reeling from the downturn in energy supply.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The economy’s momentum could help insulate it from a downturn, Schmid argued.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

In 1988, amid a devastating oil downturn, the hotel closed and remained shuttered for years.

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann