down to

idiom

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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Sheets impressed with his reaching down to volley an RBI single into center field on Thursday. Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2025 Every detail is considered, down to the most straightforward dish on the menu and its namesake. Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 26 May 2025 The pressure was starting to show, with visible signs of frustration from head coach Lynne Roberts down to the end of the bench. Anthony De Leon, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2025 Set above a lawn that slopes down to the shore is a serene hot tub encased in wood planks. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 25 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for down to

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“Down to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/down%20to. Accessed 29 May. 2025.

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