depress
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Crucially, the oil benchmark would likely creep higher than global oil prices, which would discourage foreign buyers, depress exports and make more crude available to domestic markets.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
The conflict also threatens to depress the global economy, which could curb orders from regions around the world.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026
What’s more, high prices for oil and other commodities could depress consumer spending and force businesses to finally lay off lots of workers.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026
Higher gas prices, however, are likely to depress sales at other retailers in the coming months.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026
“Oh,” said Eloise, “what’s the use of talking? Let’s drop it. I’ll just depress you. Shut me up.”
From "Nine Stories" by J. D. Salinger
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