downward spiral

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/ˈdaʊnwɚd ˈspaɪrəl/

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a continuous worsening of a situation, where one negative event causes another, leading to further decline

After losing his job, he entered a downward spiral of debt and depression.
The economy is caught in a downward spiral of inflation and unemployment.
Their relationship was in a downward spiral, with arguments happening daily.
Addiction often leads to a downward spiral that's hard to escape.
The company's reputation went into a downward spiral after the scandal.