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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

tanking

/tæŋkɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does tanking mean?

verb

The act of performing poorly, especially in a sport or game, or the state of being in a poor condition. To perform poorly, especially in a sport or game.

Example

"The team's tanking in the league has led to a decline in fan interest."

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