down to
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1
: in a way that includes even (the smallest or least important part)
Our work must be accurate down to the last detail.
They knew everything about him down to the cologne he wore.
2
: to the last person or thing that can be used
It looks like it's down to you and me.
I'm down to my last dollar.
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The transfer of Goldin’s remains was the fifth such occurrence in little more than a week, bringing Hamas down to the final few deceased hostages still in Gaza.
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Eugenia Yosef, CNN Money, 14 Nov. 2025
Hilton said his plan and goal is to bring gas prices down to $3 per gallon.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 13 Nov. 2025
However, the plan got ruined after Sophie Segreti mentioned writing Jawan Pitts' name down to secure her spot and after Louie's arrival to camp.
—Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 13 Nov. 2025
Laguatan, who has Filipino roots, is counting down to snacking on lumpia before his family’s feast.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Nov. 2025
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Eugenia Yosef, CNN Money, 14 Nov. 2025
Hilton said his plan and goal is to bring gas prices down to $3 per gallon.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 13 Nov. 2025
However, the plan got ruined after Sophie Segreti mentioned writing Jawan Pitts' name down to secure her spot and after Louie's arrival to camp.
—Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 13 Nov. 2025
Laguatan, who has Filipino roots, is counting down to snacking on lumpia before his family’s feast.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Nov. 2025
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“Down to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/down%20to. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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