slumping

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This is at least the fourth time the pattern of slumping oil and rebounding stocks has repeated during the conflict and Iran might feel time is on its side.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

Colm Hogan’s cinematography has handsome, rich shadows. but what’s best about it — and the pace of Brian Philip Davis’ editing — is they reward close attention without slumping into those interminable, inevitable jump scares.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

Conversely, shares of oil exploration companies were slumping.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

BTS is Hybe's main source of income, with the firm's operating profit slumping during the bands extended hiatus.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

“We’re not birds,” said Scruffy, slumping down in his crate.

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein