slump
Third Person
slumps
Present Participle
slumping
Past Tense
slumped
Past Participle
slumped
1
to sit, lean or fall heavily or suddenly, typically due to exhaustion, weakness, or lack of energy.
- After the long hike, he slumped onto the rock, catching his breath and resting his tired legs.
- Feeling utterly fatigued, she slumped into the chair, grateful for a moment of respite.
- The exhausted athlete slumped against the gym wall after completing the intense workout.
- As the long day at work took its toll, he slumped into his office chair, ready to unwind.
- The toddler, worn out from playing, slumped onto the floor and dozed off for a nap.
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2
to experience a significant failure or decline in performance, quality, or overall condition.
- Despite early success, the team began to slump in the second half of the season.
- The company's reputation slumped following a series of public relations mishaps and controversies.
- Amid internal conflicts, the organization saw its employee morale slump, affecting overall productivity.
- The artist's career slumped when their latest works failed to resonate with critics and the public.
3
to adopt a posture or carriage characterized by a noticeable drooping or slouching, often indicating weariness, dejection, or lack of energy
- As the monotonous meeting continued, participants began to slump in their chairs.
- Upon receiving the news, her shoulders slumped, revealing the emotional weight of the information.
- The tired student slumped over the desk, trying to stay awake during the late-night study session.
- With each passing hour of the tedious lecture, attendees gradually began to slump in their seats.
- As the rainy weather persisted, people on the street started to slump under their umbrellas.
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4
to experience a sudden and significant decrease or decline in price, value, or amount
- The company's stock slumped after the unexpected economic downturn.
- The real estate values slumped as a result of oversupply and reduced demand for housing.
- Due to the global crisis, many businesses saw their sales slump, leading to financial challenges.
- The company's profits slumped after the recall of a popular product.
- Following the announcement of disappointing earnings, the company's stock slumped.