Deceleration
Deceleration noun - A usually gradual decrease in the pace or level of activity of something.
Usage example: demand for our product is dropping, so I have ordered a deceleration of production
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Synonyms for Deceleration
Retreat and deceleration are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Retreat" instead a noun "Deceleration".
Retreat
Retreat noun - An act of moving away especially from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable.
Deceleration and retreat are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Deceleration" instead a noun "Retreat".
Nearby Words: retreated, retreating
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