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decline of a period
/dɪˈklaɪn əv ə ˈpɪəriəd/
a period of deterioration or reduction
The decline of a period of economic growth led to widespread unemployment.
This phrase describes a time when economic growth started to weaken, causing job losses.
formal
a period of deterioration or reduction in something
The decline of a period of prosperity was marked by rising poverty rates.
This sentence shows how a time of wealth and success began to worsen, leading to more poverty.
The decline of a period of peace was followed by years of conflict.
Here, the phrase describes the end of a peaceful time and the start of war.
This phrase is often used in historical, economic, or social contexts to describe a downward trend.
Collocations
sharp decline of a perioda sudden and severe deteriorationgradual decline of a perioda slow and steady reduction
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Context Matters
Use this phrase when describing a clear downward trend in a specific field, such as economics, history, or technology.
Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
This phrase is formal and best suited for analytical or academic writing, not casual conversation.
Word Origin
The phrase combines 'decline' (a reduction or worsening) and 'period' (a distinct stretch of time), emphasizing a downward trend in a specific timeframe.
Usage Notes
This phrase is commonly used in formal writing, such as historical analysis, economic reports, or social commentary, to describe a negative shift in conditions over time.
Word Breakdown
decline
a reduction or worsening
rootof
indicates possession or association
prepositiona period
a distinct stretch of time
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