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sagging
This term describes a gradual loss of structural integrity or value. When used physically, it suggests a slow, heavy descent rather than a sudden collapse, often evoking a sense of wear, age, or exhaustion. It is frequently applied to fabrics, furniture, or biological tissues to indicate a lack of firmness.
In economic or social contexts, the word carries a negative connotation of stagnation or steady decline. It is more descriptive of a trend than a sharp crash, often used in formal reports or journalistic analysis to describe markets or morale that are losing momentum.
Meanings
Examples
The old mattress was sagging in the middle after years of use.
Look at that sagging shelf. It is going to collapse if we add more books.
The sagging market prices are worrying the investors.
My energy is sagging after a long day of meetings.
The sagging cables of the bridge swayed gently in the wind.
She noticed the slight sagging of her eyelids in the mirror.
The mood in the room was sagging as the rain continued to fall.