stagnation
noun
stag·na·tion
stag-ˈnā-shən 
: a stagnant state or condition : a state or condition marked by lack of flow, movement, or development
In short, the increasing contamination and stagnation of the segment of river had become a matter of concern.—
Ryan Holifield and Nick Schuelke
Ryan Holifield and Nick SchuelkeIn 1664, when plague had struck Amsterdam again, with the usual stagnation of trade that followed its worst attacks, the sight of a shooting star was taken as axiomatic confirmation of divine displeasure.—Simon Schama
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Delays, stagnation and lower levels of energy in the coming weeks will be felt as a result.
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 24 Nov. 2024
The goal in Springfield has always been to boost the population and stimulate the economy after a long period of stagnation, officials have said.
—Alicia Victoria Lozano, NBC News, 16 Nov. 2024
Researchers agree that temperature is a main driver in ozone formation, largely because of the sunny weather and stagnation that come with it.
—Austin Corona, The Arizona Republic, 8 Nov. 2024
Morgan Stanley revised its 2024-25 revenue estimates on NXP lower, expecting a period of stagnation in the automotive semiconductor market.
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2024
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Kyle Thomas, People.com, 24 Nov. 2024
The goal in Springfield has always been to boost the population and stimulate the economy after a long period of stagnation, officials have said.
—Alicia Victoria Lozano, NBC News, 16 Nov. 2024
Researchers agree that temperature is a main driver in ozone formation, largely because of the sunny weather and stagnation that come with it.
—Austin Corona, The Arizona Republic, 8 Nov. 2024
Morgan Stanley revised its 2024-25 revenue estimates on NXP lower, expecting a period of stagnation in the automotive semiconductor market.
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2024
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“Stagnation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stagnation. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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