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Science & Technology · 9 Proficient · October 19, 2026

China's Growth Steadies on Export Strength

China's Growth Steadies on Export Strength
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Vocabulary

accelerated /əkˈselərˌeɪtɪd/ verb
increased in speed or rate
Growth accelerated as demand for semiconductors climbed.
momentum /moʊˈmentəm/ noun
the force or speed that keeps something moving forward
The AI sector gave the economy enough momentum to offset domestic weakness.
lingering /ˈlɪŋɡərɪŋ/ adjective
remaining or persisting for a long time
Lingering doubts about AI profitability continue to concern global investors.

Article

China's economic growth accelerated to 4.5% in the third quarter, recovering from a three-year low as artificial intelligence-related exports gained momentum. The expansion sits at the lower end of Beijing's target range of 4.5% to 5%, providing policymakers with some flexibility to address lingering domestic challenges. This rebound reflects a broader shift in the economy's structure, where external demand increasingly compensates for weakness at home.

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