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And when a stock has been tumbling, it’s tempting to misconstrue a bit of good news for a change in trade.

From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026

The Pakistani rupee has been tumbling and inflation has topped 27%.

From Reuters • Sep. 16, 2022

They haven’t been paid a dividend in two years, and PG&E stock has been tumbling.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 2019

Q: The stock market has been tumbling lately.

From Washington Times • Jan. 6, 2019

"You say right," replied Robin; "but my fame has been tumbling sadly about in the dust to-day."

From Robin Hood by McSpadden, J. Walker (Joseph Walker)