downswing

noun

down·​swing ˈdau̇n-ˌswiŋ How to pronounce downswing (audio)
1
: a downward swing
2

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The downswings are still violent, but the outperformance is massive. Brett Owens, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025 The recent downswing comes after six months of progress for the company in terms of stock performance. Seth Joseph, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025 The van ride is almost alarmingly pleasant since Eddie’s either gotten his feet under him or is on the downswing of a manic episode. Marah Eakin, Vulture, 18 Mar. 2025 His career from there went on the downswing, eventually leading to him retiring in 2024 despite being just 28 years old. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for downswing

Word History

First Known Use

1891, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of downswing was in 1891

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“Downswing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/downswing. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

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