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recession

/rɪsɛʃən/

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the state of the economy declines; a widespread decline in the GDP and employment and trade lasting from six months to a year

经济衰退

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Many small businesses struggled during the recession.
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经济衰退期间，许多小企业经营艰难。
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Pronunciation: /rɪsɛʃən/

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