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n. an event that causes a loss of equilibrium (as of a ship or aircraft)
n. the action of destabilizing; making something less stable (especially of a government or country or economy)
Word Usage
"Given the shrinking role of the real economy, particularly the manufacturing sector, this reckless move will lead to the long term destabilization of domestic economy and a precipitous decline in our standard of living."