Sinking Spell (Noun)
Meaning
A temporary decline in health or value.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The stock market suffered a sinking spell during the recession, but recovered soon after.
- Her physical condition has been going through a sinking spell ever since the diagnosis of her chronic illness.
- After years of thriving, the small business began to experience a sinking spell, with dwindling sales and reduced customer interest.
- He hit a sinking spell mid-marathon and struggled to complete the last leg of the run.
- Her passion for art hit a sinking spell when her pieces didn't get accepted to any local exhibitions, leading her to take a temporary break.