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.

Examples of down to in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The site has details on dozens of international routes, down to seat and berth numbers on specific trains — even photos of the food and where to find electrical outlets. Albert Stumm, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2024 The weather service said the cold front will extend along a line from Kirksville down to Sedalia by afternoon. Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 24 May 2024 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 1 Jun. 2024.

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