in the doldrums
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By late 2022, the tech market in the doldrums, he retreated from public appearances, and underwent a period of soul-searching.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
Lately crypto trading is in the doldrums, but some Circle proponents have been making the case for why that might not matter for the company in the future.
From Barron's • May 10, 2026
Gucci is still in the doldrums and sales fell 8% in the quarter.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
A lower GDP target for 2026 reflects a level of tolerance for weaker growth as China’s economy contends with muted household spending, dampened investment and a real-estate market in the doldrums.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026
We had been in the doldrums for months, but as we staited to prepare ourselves for our testimony, we were eager to go on the offensive.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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