deflation

Example Sentences

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A 0% target leaves little room for error since even a minor shock could result in deflation, or falling prices—which is arguably more problematic than inflation.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

If that was the Fed’s goal, it could create a higher risk of deflation, which typically precedes an economic downturn.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

But there’s another thing American consumers and investors should feel nervous about: the prospect of deflation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

But there’s something besides rising prices American consumers and investors should feel nervous about: the prospect of deflation.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

“Exactly! Any kind! But what about hurt feelings? What about deflation of one’s ego? What about the blasting of one’s hopes? Is that injury?”

From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov