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slowdowns

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun slowdown has 1 sense
  1. slowdown, lag, retardation - the act of slowing down or falling behind
    --1 is a kind of delay, holdup
    Derived forms: verb slow down1, verb slow down2, verb slow down4, verb slow down3

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Slowdowns

Noun:

1. A reduction in speed or a decrease in the rate of progress.

Example sentence: The construction work caused significant slowdowns in traffic flow.

2. An economic downturn or a period of reduced economic activity.

Example sentence: The country is experiencing a series of slowdowns in various sectors, resulting in job losses.

Verb:

1. To reduce in speed or hinder the progress of something.

Example sentence: The heavy rains slowdown the commute to work.

Adjective:

1. Relating to or characterized by a decrease in speed.

Example sentence: The driver was frustrated with the slowdown traffic on the highway.

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