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stagnate
to stop developing or progressing
In more detail
1. (verb) to stop developing, improving, or making progress
2. (verb) (of water or air) to stop moving and become still or foul
Examples
- 1. The economy will stagnate without new investments.
- 2. Water stagnates in the pond when it doesn't flow.
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