Dead Cat Bounce

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Synonyms of dead cat bounce

Antonyms of dead cat bounce

Collocations of dead cat bounce

stock market
Frequency: 70 %

The dead cat bounce in the stock market fooled many investors into thinking the worst was over.

economic recovery
Frequency: 60 %

The dead cat bounce in the housing market did not signal a true economic recovery.

market volatility
Frequency: 45 %

The dead cat bounce was a result of market volatility rather than a sustainable uptrend.

Idiomatic Expressions for dead cat bounce

  • Phrase: hope for a dead cat bounce
    Meaning: to cling to false hope or optimism in a situation where success is unlikely
    Usage: Despite the company's poor financial performance, some investors still hope for a dead cat bounce.