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Upturn

usgb/ˈʌptɜːrn/Volume
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Not Always Positive

The term 'upturn' can describe positive change but in a neutral context without emotion.

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Analysts remain cautious despite the upturn in stock prices.
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Often Temporary

An 'upturn' doesn't necessarily mean the improvement will continue or have lasting effects.

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The upturn in tourism may be short-lived due to unpredictable weather.
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Preceding Conditions

Use 'upturn' when describing an improvement following a decline or negative period.

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After the drought, farmers welcomed the upturn in rainfall.
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AdvancementImprovementProgressionRecoveryRenewResurgenceRevivalTurnaround
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