depressed

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Another factor in the February report that could prove to be just a one-off: The winter was unusually cold and snowy, which may have depressed payrolls in sectors like leisure and dining.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Harsh winter weather, meanwhile, almost certainly depressed hiring in February, even if the government’s initial report didn’t show much sign of it.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

He also told them he was depressed because she had died and his kids were “going through stuff.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

One little-known holder of SpaceX stock is Blue Owl Technology Finance, a depressed business development company focused on high-yield technology lending in the private credit market.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

I only like to wear black hijabs and my mom says I'm depressed.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali