trickle-down
adjective
trick·le-down
ˈtri-kəl-ˈdau̇n 
1
: relating to or working on the principle of trickle-down theory
trickle-down economics
2
: relating to or being an effect caused gradually by remote or indirect influences
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These confirmed and potential ideas have major trickle-down effects for high school prospects across the country.
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Hunter Delauder,
AJC.com,
25 June 2026
But Japan is proving anew that trickle-down economics doesn’t work.
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William Pesek,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
The trickle-down effect on travel costs has been noticeable, and a warning from the American Hotel & Lodging Association indicates that demand for hotel rooms is far below expectations.
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Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
11 June 2026
The trickle-down effects of higher energy costs.
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Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
10 June 2026
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Hunter Delauder,
AJC.com,
25 June 2026
But Japan is proving anew that trickle-down economics doesn’t work.
—
William Pesek,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
The trickle-down effect on travel costs has been noticeable, and a warning from the American Hotel & Lodging Association indicates that demand for hotel rooms is far below expectations.
—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
11 June 2026
The trickle-down effects of higher energy costs.
—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
10 June 2026
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“Trickle-down.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trickle-down. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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