down to

phrase

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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In many ways, Therese is the picture of earnestness (right down to her appearance in Rooney Mara’s film portrayal—her eyes wider than the rims of Carol’s martini glasses). Literary Hub, 10 Sep. 2026 The team is headed by avuncular and affable general manager Ed, who while down to Earth, has honed his hospitality chops at white-glove institutions like the Four Seasons and Rosewood. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026 Trump’s approval with Republicans also slipped by 2 percentage points, down to 72%. Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2026 If Hubbard is active and Brooks doesn’t sound 100%, Brooks likely slides down to C-Tier. Jake Ciely, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026 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 13 Sep. 2026.

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