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Term: Backslide

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition:

1. To revert or relapse into a former state, behavior, or belief, especially in religious or moral matters.

2. To deteriorate or decline after a period of progress or improvement.

Example Sentences:

1. After months of sobriety, he unfortunately chose to backslide and return to his old habits.

2. The country's economy started to backslide as unemployment rates soared.

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition:

1. A relapse or return to former behavior or beliefs, especially in religious or moral matters.

2. A decline or deterioration after a period of progress or improvement.

Example Sentences:

1. Her backslide into addiction was a devastating setback for her and her loved ones.

2. The company experienced a significant backslide in sales due to poor management.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition:

Reversing or relapsing, especially in a negative sense.

Example Sentences:

1. The party organizers were disappointed with the backslide attitude of the attendees towards the dress code.

2. The team's backslide performance in the game led to a humiliating defeat.

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