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doldrums

[dohl-druhmz, dol-, dawl-] / ˈdoʊl drəmz, ˈdɒl-, ˈdɔl- /


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Strong trade has represented a key lifeline for the Chinese economy in recent months, as domestic activity has been mired in the doldrums.

From Barron's Sep. 8, 2026

The U.S added 162,000 jobs in August, the Labor Department reported Friday, a much-stronger-than-expected result that suggested the labor market shook off its early-summer doldrums.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 4, 2026

The U.S. added 162,000 jobs in August, the Labor Department reported Friday, a much-stronger-than-expected result that suggested the labor market shook off its early-summer doldrums.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 4, 2026

The reconstruction in the aftermath of the attack marked the start of Manchester's ascent from the doldrums of de-industrialisation.

From BBC Jul. 17, 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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