Pancession
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
- 1 The economic recession caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. neologism
"Uncertainties persist around our scenarios for post-pancession recovery. An inclusive & transformative recovery is the most equitable and desirable, but how feasible is it? What are the legislative, litigative and political obstacles to phasing out fossil fuels and governing stranded assets in the midst of a pancession?"
Example
More examples"Uncertainties persist around our scenarios for post-pancession recovery. An inclusive & transformative recovery is the most equitable and desirable, but how feasible is it? What are the legislative, litigative and political obstacles to phasing out fossil fuels and governing stranded assets in the midst of a pancession?"
Etymology
Blend of pandemic + recession.
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