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What does it mean when something is described as 'under threat'?
What does it mean when something is described as 'under threat'?
- It is at risk of being harmed or damaged. (correct)
- It is being celebrated.
- It is under active development.
- It is achieving significant success.
What is the significance of a 'resurgence' in a particular activity or interest?
What is the significance of a 'resurgence' in a particular activity or interest?
- It indicates a permanent decline.
- It shows a revival after a decline. (correct)
- It denotes a gradual increase without any past decline.
- It signifies complete abandonment.
How does the phrase 'came into view' best describe a situation?
How does the phrase 'came into view' best describe a situation?
- It suggests something has disappeared.
- It implies a surprise element.
- It indicates something becoming visible or apparent. (correct)
- It indicates a sudden loss of focus.
What does it mean to be 'belittled by someone'?
What does it mean to be 'belittled by someone'?
What does 'ushered in' imply in a historical context?
What does 'ushered in' imply in a historical context?
What does 'swelling' refer to in a physical context?
What does 'swelling' refer to in a physical context?
What could be a consequence of political turmoil after an election?
What could be a consequence of political turmoil after an election?
Which of the following best describes 'habitat destruction'?
Which of the following best describes 'habitat destruction'?
Which scenario illustrates the term 'ushewing in' effectively?
Which scenario illustrates the term 'ushewing in' effectively?
Which definition best describes the term 'consolidation' in an economic context?
Which definition best describes the term 'consolidation' in an economic context?
What does 'tick up' indicate in relation to market performance?
What does 'tick up' indicate in relation to market performance?
Which phrase best illustrates the meaning of 'stimulus' in an economic environment?
Which phrase best illustrates the meaning of 'stimulus' in an economic environment?
What does the term 'record lows' imply?
What does the term 'record lows' imply?
What does 'mired' convey about a project's state?
What does 'mired' convey about a project's state?
What does 'hefty' signify when describing a bill?
What does 'hefty' signify when describing a bill?
What is meant by 'deteriorating' in the context of infrastructure?
What is meant by 'deteriorating' in the context of infrastructure?
Which best defines 'trajectory' in a business context?
Which best defines 'trajectory' in a business context?
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Come into view
Come into view
To become visible or apparent.
Ushered in
Ushered in
To mark the beginning of something new.
Under threat
Under threat
At risk of being harmed or damaged.
Swelling
Swelling
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Belittled by someone
Belittled by someone
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Resurgence
Resurgence
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Sizzling inflation
Sizzling inflation
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Classic marker of misery
Classic marker of misery
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Loosening regulations
Loosening regulations
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Record lows
Record lows
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Ticked up
Ticked up
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Attributable to
Attributable to
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Consolidation
Consolidation
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With abandon
With abandon
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Hefty
Hefty
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Economic stimulus
Economic stimulus
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Study Notes
Economic and General Vocabulary
- Inflation: Extremely high or rapidly increasing price levels. A major concern for everyday expenses.
- Misery: Indicators of difficult or distressing financial situations, often high unemployment.
- Loosening: Relaxing or reducing strictness or regulations.
- Record low: The lowest level ever recorded, e.g., interest rates.
- Ticked up: Slightly increased.
- Attributable: Relating to or caused by; for instance, company success linked to innovation.
- Consolidation: Combining or merging to improve effectiveness; often seen in businesses merging for a stronger presence.
- With abandon: In a wild, uncontrolled manner; example, dancing.
- Hefty: Large and substantial; a hefty bill.
- Stimulus: Encouraging activity or growth, especially economic activity with government packages.
- Compounding: Increasing the effect of something; can refer to interest adding to the principle with each period.
- Trajectory: The path taken over time; for instance, company growth.
- Deteriorating: Getting progressively worse; often describing conditions, like roads, healthcare, or more.
- Mired: Stuck helplessly in a difficult situation; often due to problems, like red tape.
- Turmoil: A state of great disturbance or confusion; a political turmoil, social turmoil.
Actions and States
- To come into view: To become visible.
- Ushered in: To introduce a new era or phase.
- Under threat: At risk of being harmed or damaged.
- Swelling: Increasing in size or volume; example is a river.
- Belittled (by someone): Made to feel less important or valuable.
- Resurgence: Revival or increase after a decline; a resurgence of interest.
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Test your knowledge of essential economic terms and concepts with this quiz. Each term is crucial for understanding today's financial environment. Brush up on your vocabulary to navigate discussions around inflation, consolidation, and more!
