1. periods of decline or deterioration in activity, performance, or conditions
Usage: plural of downswing
2. downward movements in golf or baseball swings
Usage: sports context; plural of downswing

Examples

• The economy experienced several downswings during the recession.
• Stock market downswings worried many investors.
• The company weathered multiple downswings before recovering.
• His golf instructor focused on improving his downswings.
• The batter’s downswings were too aggressive for consistent contact.
• Economic downswings often lead to increased unemployment.
• She practiced her downswings at the driving range.