The phrase "acquired decline" is not standard in written English and may cause confusion.
It could be used in a context discussing a decline that has been obtained or experienced over time, but it is not a commonly recognized expression.
Example: "The company's acquired decline in market share was evident after the new competitor entered the industry."
Alternatives: "experienced decline" or "sustained decline".
Sales, excluding those at Block Drug, a chain it recently acquired, declined 2percentt.
His key points: From 1988 onwards, JP acquired declining businesses with no clear strategy, other than, to quote the then chief executive, Tim Bowdler, "local papers can beat off the challenge of the web".
From 1988 onwards, JP acquired declining businesses with no clear strategy, other than, to quote the then chief executive, Tim Bowdler, "local papers can beat off the challenge of the web".
A representative from Fidelity National (which is changing its name to Wright Flood after being acquired) declined to comment on the specifics of their case but said the company was willing to re-review the file.
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is defined as a condition characterized by newly acquired cognitive decline to an extent that is beyond that expected for age or educational background, yet not causing significant functional impairment.
Archer and Credit Suisse First Boston, which recently acquired Donaldson, declined to comment.
Mr. Hertog and executives from Allied Capital, which recently acquired Bernstein, declined to comment.
Older people represent the fastest growing sector of society and account for the largest increase in hospital admissions. 1 2 They are at highest risk of acquired disability, cognitive decline, or admission to residential care, either as a consequence of illness or as an unfortunate consequence of treatment.
Officials at JPMorgan Chase & Company, which is acquiring Bear Stearns, declined to comment.
Klaus Sprockamp, the chief financial officer of Lion, said he had been meeting this week with companies that Lion may acquire; he declined to identify them.
