recession

noun B2

Meaning

A recession is a significant decline in economic activity across the economy that lasts for an extended period, typically recognized by a decrease in GDP, employment, and consumer spending.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse a recession with a depression, as the latter is a more severe and prolonged economic downturn.

Example Sentences

How does a recession affect small businesses in the city ?
Many people lost their jobs during the recession last year .
The country faced a recession after several months of low growth .
The country faced a severe recession last year .

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