| 单词 | slowing down |
| 释义 | > as lemmasslowing down slowing down n. the action of becoming slower or of slowing something down; a reduction in speed, pace, or activity; cf. slowdown n. ΚΠ 1870 Elk County Advocate (Ridgway, Pa.) 24 Nov. The slowing down of combustion may be assured equally well by admitting the air of the room to the space over the fire. 1889 J. H. Skrine Mem. E. Thring 53 Slowing-down would not have improved its action. 1951 Times 25 May 10/2 Most economic indicators in Scotland pointed to a slowing down in the heavy industries which are the mainstay of our economy. 2020 Manch. Evening News (Nexis) 10 May 10 Some people are finding that the slowing down in the pace of life is bringing unexpected relief. < as lemmas |
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