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market decline
/ˈmɑːrkɪt dɪˈklaɪn/
a decrease in the value or activity of a market
The market decline caused many investors to panic and sell their stocks.
A drop in market value led investors to sell their stocks out of fear.
Finance
formal
a reduction in the overall value, price, or trading volume of a market
The tech sector experienced a sharp market decline after the earnings report.
Tech stocks fell significantly after the company's financial results were announced.
Economists warned of a potential market decline due to rising interest rates.
Experts predicted a drop in market value because of higher borrowing costs.
Often used in financial news and economic analysis to describe negative market trends.
Collocations
sharp market declinea sudden and severe drop in market valueprolonged market declinea sustained period of falling market prices
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Usage in Financial Reports
Use 'market decline' in formal financial reports to describe negative trends objectively.
Gold Rule
Avoid Overgeneralization
Do not use 'market decline' to describe temporary fluctuations; reserve it for sustained downward trends.
Word Origin
Combination of 'market' (a place or system for buying and selling) and 'decline' (a gradual reduction in size, value, or importance).
Usage Notes
Commonly used in financial and economic contexts to describe negative market movements. Avoid using in casual conversation unless discussing investments or business.
Word Breakdown
market
a system for buying and selling goods or securities
rootdecline
a reduction in size, value, or importance
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