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downtick

[doun-tik] / ˈdaʊnˌtɪk /


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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

"Obviously with these cases just this week, I don't think we're seeing a downtick here," Williams said.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Also contributing to the downtick were weaker manufacturers’ new orders of consumer goods and materials and initial claims for unemployment insurance, the Conference Board’s report said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 9, 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

“But maybe, potentially, a downtick in planned pregnancies. So the question is, which is going to be the most?” he said.

From Washington Times • May 20, 2020




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