Secretary Dallas warned that any increase in customs on cotton, wool and iron during the economic crisis would actually depress revenues further.

His work actually depresses me.

Far from being a great opportunity, the games will actually depress their trade.

His report estimated that the president's budget would add $2.7 trillion to projected deficits over the next decade and might actually depress corporate investment.

Looking back on those three years without music, Jarman commented that "I didn't realize it, but it actually depressed me in many ways."

In some cases, university can actually depress your earnings.

"Those three thirds actually depressed me," Calcavecchia said.

And despite the convenience that early or mail-in voting offers, some warn, the early casting of ballots actually depresses turnout.

It's believed that stress can actually depress the immune system, leaving us pretty to every cold and bout of flu, and also to more serious complaints.

Alcohol: Although many people have a drink as a "pick me up," alcohol actually depresses the brain.