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Discover Ludwig"downward spiral" is a correct and commonly used phrase in written English
It is typically used to describe a situation or pattern that is continuously worsening or deteriorating. It can refer to various aspects of life, such as personal relationships, mental or physical health, or economic situations. Example: The company's financial troubles caused a downward spiral, eventually leading to bankruptcy.
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Downward spiral
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A series of thoughts or actions which feeds back into itself, causing a situation to become progressively worse. It is worse than a vicious circle, which is self-sustaining in its current state.
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The downward spiral continues.
Surprise: Hannah's downward spiral.
"It's a downward spiral.
It is a downward spiral.
Syria's downward spiral will continue.
Then the downward spiral begins.
A familiar downward spiral begins.
She's on a downward spiral.
There is a potential downward spiral.
"We are in a downward spiral".
That trade started an unfortunate downward spiral.
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