low water

noun

: a low stage of the water in a river or lake
also : low tide

Examples of low water in a Sentence

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Keller The city posted on social media that with some exceptions like the low water crossing in Bear Creek Park, roads in Keller are open. Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Jan. 2026 The water main break caused low water pressure at local businesses, forcing some to close for the weekend. Kaicey Baylor, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026 According to some care labels, specific wool coats can be washed at home if done correctly with a gentle wool wash or detergent, low water temperatures, and gentle agitation. Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 14 Jan. 2026 The following day in Vicksburg, low water required the ship to stop at an alternate landing outside of town. Nathan Diller, USA Today, 11 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for low water

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of low water was in the 15th century

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“Low water.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/low%20water. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.

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