slumped

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Its performance slumped during the Covid-19 pandemic and has failed to fully recover since.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Estée Lauder slumped when the talks were confirmed in March, with investors fretting over potential share dilution and the complications of acquiring Puig while the company carries out its own turnaround plans.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Applications to U.S. business schools slumped last fall.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Again, during these assessments, John was unresponsive and immobile, with his head slumped and eyes closed, and James speaking for him and providing evidence.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Velia slumped back in her seat and crossed her arms.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall