deflations

plural of deflation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for deflations
Noun
  • The downside of this approach is the risk that funds will not be available when needed, due to unexpected factors like market downturns.
    Aaron Cirksena, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
  • By paying attention to Black women, policymakers can spot downturns faster and respond sooner, limiting the damage.
    Marianne Cooper, Time, 9 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • By getting parents involved, Desert Star has seen decreases in chronic absenteeism and fewer suspensions, Vaughn said.
    Erick Trevino, AZCentral.com, 14 Sep. 2025
  • The president's announcement came just days after Memphis police reported decreases across every major crime category in the first eight months of 2025 compared to the same period in previous years.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 13 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Second-half slumps and injuries have undoubtedly taken a toll, but most of the talent is ready to roll in October.
    Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025
  • His power outage has coincided with Kyle Tucker’s struggles, which have compounded the impact of both sluggers’ slumps.
    Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Gary Hershorn | Corbis News | Getty Images Spirit Airlines told employees to prepare for a lighter schedule and more headcount reductions, CNBC's Leslie Josephs learned last night.
    Alex Harring, CNBC, 18 Sep. 2025
  • More expensive debt can restrict business growth opportunities, so interest-rate reductions tend to benefit stock prices.
    Catherine Brock, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • When optimism dominates, leaders explain these away as temporary dips rather than indicators of deeper issues.
    Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
  • There are also local food vendors and artisans selling an array of eggs, bread, nuts, spices, oils, dips, fresh and pre-made food and meals, kettle corn, honey, coffee and vegan and vegetarian options.
    Greg Mellen, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
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“Deflations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deflations. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.

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