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recessions

/rɪˈsɛʃnz/ noun · British & US
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What does recessions mean?

noun

A period of economic decline, typically marked by a significant decrease in economic activity and an increase in unemployment. A recessed period in a person's life, such as a period of depression or a time of personal crisis.

Example

"The country experienced a severe recession in the early 2000s, leading to widespread job losses and economic hardship."

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