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Doldrums (Noun)

A state of inactivity (in business or art etc); "economic growth of less than 1% per year is considered to be economic stagnation".

Nouns denoting natural processes.

The company's lack of innovation has led to a period of doldrums, with profits stagnant for several years.
The painter's creativity hit the doldrums after her successful debut, and she struggled to produce anything meaningful for years.
Economic stagnation can lead to a period of doldrums, where businesses and industries experience little to no growth.
The small town had been in the doldrums since the local factory closed, with many residents leaving to find work elsewhere.
After the death of the founder, the organization went through a period of doldrums, struggling to find its footing and direction.

A belt of calms and light winds between the northern and southern trade winds of the Atlantic and Pacific.

Nouns denoting natural phenomena.

Sailors have to navigate carefully through the doldrums, as the calm conditions can last for weeks and deplete their food and water supplies.
The hot and humid air in the doldrums made the passengers on the ship feel lethargic and restless.
The yacht had been stuck in the doldrums for days, and the crew was getting anxious about reaching their destination on time.
Mariners have always feared the doldrums, where the lack of wind can leave their ships drifting helplessly at sea.
After days of struggling to make progress, the sailing team finally escaped the doldrums and caught a welcome gust of wind.