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A recession is a period of temporary economic decline characterized by reduced business activity, falling GDP, and increased unemployment, often leading to widespread financial strain for individuals and businesses. In modern contexts, it's typically identified when a country's economy contracts for two consecutive quarters, but it can also reflect broader social impacts like reduced consumer confidence and policy responses from governments. This term has evolved to describe cyclical downturns that are challenging yet not as severe as a full-blown depression.
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