precipitous drop
[/prɪˈsɪpɪtəs drɑːp/]
noun phrasepl: precipitous drops
queda precipitada; queda abrupta
1. A sudden and dramatic decline or decrease in value, amount, or level, often referring to financial markets, stocks, or quantities
The stock market experienced a precipitous drop after the economic announcement.
O mercado de ações sofreu uma queda precipitada após o anúncio econômico.
2. A steep or sharp downward movement or slope, literal or figurative
There was a precipitous drop in temperature overnight.
Houve uma queda abrupta na temperatura durante a noite.
3. A sudden decline in performance, quality, or standards
The company saw a precipitous drop in sales after the product recall.
A empresa registrou uma queda precipitada nas vendas após o recall do produto.
This phrase is commonly used in financial journalism and economic discussions in both American and Brazilian contexts. In the USA, it frequently appears in stock market reports and business news, while in Brazil it is widely used in economic analyses and news media covering market performance and economic indicators.
NYC Slang
nosedive; a straight drop
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