doldrums
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A strong showing for “Toy Story 5” will further fuel a recovery of the box office this year from the post-pandemic doldrums.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026
The imbalance strains Americans’ budgets, diminishes their spending power and generally keeps their financial mood in the doldrums.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
Manchester United captains, talismen and inspirations; both eager that the club continues to climb out of the doldrums and reconnect with a glorious past Rooney was part of before Sir Alex Ferguson retired in 2013.
From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026
A splurge in public spending by Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government was expected to kickstart a turnaround for the manufacturing powerhouse this year after several years in the doldrums.
From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026
We had been in the doldrums for months, but as we staited to prepare ourselves for our testimony, we were eager to go on the offensive.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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Physical Geography - Middle School
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Physical Geography - High School
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