verb (intransitive) / noun as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:The company's profits are in a nose-dive as a result of the economic downturn.

Definition:A steep and sudden fall; a dive performed in aviation by diving steeply and then pulling up sharply from the dive.

From nosedive

Example:The country's economy is in a nose-dive due to falling oil prices and global trade tensions.

Definition:An economy that is experiencing a sharp and sudden decline.

From nosediving economy

Example:Investors are concerned about the potential for a market nose-dive following the release of negative economic data.

Definition:A rapid, steep decline in the value of stocks, bonds, or other securities.

From market nose-dive