Understand 'boom and bust' as a natural economic cycle, not always predictable or controllable.

Economic Cycles

'Boom and bust' often implies negative outcomes, particularly financial loss or economic hardship.

Negative Connotation

Use 'boom and bust' to refer to historical economic patterns that are well-documented.

In ecology, 'boom and bust' refers to rapid changes in species populations, often due to environmental factors.

A 'boom' suggests temporary population abundance that is unsustainable and leads to a 'bust'.

'Boom and bust' in nature can result from sudden changes in habitat, like a fire or flood.