continue a slide

Frequency: 5.33.7 per million words

To carry on a process of decline.

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Examples (10)

  • The company's profits continue their slide into unprofitability.
  • Despite efforts to stabilize the market, the stock prices continue their slide.
  • The nation's economy showed no signs of recovery, as it continued its slide into recession.
  • The team's performance continued its slide after a promising start to the season.
  • The political situation in the region continued its slide towards instability.
  • Environmental degradation continues its slide unchecked in many parts of the world.
  • The once-thriving industry continued its slide due to automation and changing consumer demands.
  • The moral fabric of the community seemed to continue its slide into apathy.
  • Without intervention, the fragile peace will only continue its slide into conflict.
  • The company's reputation continued its slide following the scandal.