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slowed down

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adjective

  • Characterizing something that has been subjected to a reduction in speed, often for artistic or analytical effect.

verb

  • To have decreased in velocity, activity, or pace.

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Concerns about returns on big investments in AI haven’t slowed down the tech giants and AI labs plowing trillions of dollars into the technology.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026

A more traditional stride can be sped up or slowed down.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2026

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  • decelerated
  • lost steam
  • braked
  • took it down a notch

Possible Antonyms

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  • went full throttle
  • kicked into high gear
  • ramped up
  • sped up

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