Contraction

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Definition: Contraction


Contraction


What is the dictionary definition of Contraction?

Dictionary Definition


A period of general economic decline. Contractions are often part of a business cycle, coming after an expansionary phase and before a recession.


Examples of Contraction in a sentence


The contraction period was hard on us all, but we were all very glad that it was finally coming to an end.

My company decided to lower its expenses and not hire as many people because we feared the economy was not growing and was in a period of contraction.


Related Phrases


building permits
economic cycle
irrational exuberance
Institute For Supply Management (ISM)
boom and bust cycle
economic contraction
contraction risk
contractionary monetary policy


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Contraction are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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