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global dimming

British

noun

a decrease in the amount of sunlight reaching the surface of the earth, believed to be caused by pollution in the atmosphere

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Amid global demands for climate action, international NGOs also play a relevant role in policymaking.

From Salon • Sep. 3, 2023

Data on Thursday showed China's exports fell the most in three years in June, slumping a worse-than-expected 12.4% year-on-year, as cooling global demands adds more stress on the economy.

From Reuters • Jul. 16, 2023

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