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as in undersides
the side or part facing downward from something
that side of the shelf is supposed to be the bottom, so turn it over before you assemble the bookcase
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as in feet
the lowest part, place, or point
sliding all the way to the bottom of the snow-covered slope
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as in cheeks
the part of the body upon which someone sits
the baby fell backwards onto her bottom
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as in boats
a small buoyant structure for travel on water
the cargo will be carried by a local bottom
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as in depths
the lowest point or level
when profits hit bottom the company was forced to declare bankruptcy
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as in foundations
an immaterial thing upon which something else rests
the bottom of his thesis is the assumption that people are fundamentally good
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Recent Examples of bottoms
And the Durand, in which the eggs are first mixed with mushrooms and artichoke bottoms that have been warmed in butter; at the end, the omelet is rolled around asparagus tips and surrounded by a tomato glaze.
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Jeffrey Steingarten, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2026
Each batch spans big-name brands and underrated labels alike and includes tops, bottoms, bags, matching sets, shoes, and beyond.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 4 Apr. 2026
Line the bed bottoms with hardware cloth (not chicken wire) to exclude hungry gophers.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026
The seams on Seacrest's bottoms may have consistently ripped, but his friendship with Ripa has stayed intact over the years.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
Seat bottoms and backs will be sold as individuals for $25 per bottom and $25 per back, the Wild Things said.
—Chilekasi Adele, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Cook until bottoms are set and tops are bubbly, about 3 minutes.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 2 Apr. 2026
Seagrasses brought to these sea bottoms buried creeping stems, strong roots, and pliable leaves.
—David George Haskell, Big Think, 27 Mar. 2026
Semiconductor maker Advanced Micro Devices and financial technology provider Intuit are also on the list, trading at smaller discounts to their pandemic bottoms, but still 16% and 24%, respectively.
—Tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 24 Mar. 2026
Jeffrey Steingarten, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2026
Each batch spans big-name brands and underrated labels alike and includes tops, bottoms, bags, matching sets, shoes, and beyond.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 4 Apr. 2026
Line the bed bottoms with hardware cloth (not chicken wire) to exclude hungry gophers.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026
The seams on Seacrest's bottoms may have consistently ripped, but his friendship with Ripa has stayed intact over the years.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
Seat bottoms and backs will be sold as individuals for $25 per bottom and $25 per back, the Wild Things said.
—Chilekasi Adele, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Cook until bottoms are set and tops are bubbly, about 3 minutes.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 2 Apr. 2026
Seagrasses brought to these sea bottoms buried creeping stems, strong roots, and pliable leaves.
—David George Haskell, Big Think, 27 Mar. 2026
Semiconductor maker Advanced Micro Devices and financial technology provider Intuit are also on the list, trading at smaller discounts to their pandemic bottoms, but still 16% and 24%, respectively.
—Tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 24 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bottoms
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To achieve their audacious goals, the fish use hook-like growths on the undersides of both their pectoral and pelvic fins to push themselves upward.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
2 Apr. 2026
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Even plants with dark red or purple undersides — indoor plants such as Calatheas and Marantas come to mind — thrive in environments with limited light.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
28 Mar. 2026
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All areas and entrances are accessible, most restaurants and bars are ground-level and all floors are lift-accessed.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Apr. 2026
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There are suggestions to increase the lottery pool and place win-floors for teams to get the best chances.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2026
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At the Qatar World Cup, Kane picked up an early foot injury, which dominated the discussion.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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If the city approves the request, the American Tower Corporation could open a 40,000-square-foot facility on Hood Road by mid-2028.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Apr. 2026
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Each treatment requires just three minutes, and the wand’s rotating head easily glides over the forehead, cheeks, under eyes, jawline and neck.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Flush Balm blush in shade Bespoke awakens her cheeks with ease.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
24 Mar. 2026
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More recently, Indigenous peoples such as the Chumash and the Yokuts used asphalt to make face paint, game pieces, glue, and waterproofing caulk for boats and baskets.—
Jeffrey Marlow,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2026
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There’s more charm along the waterfront, where traditional fishing boats and recreational vessels are lined up along the marina.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Some countries pump out aircraft carriers to project power across the globe; others build research megastructures to plumb the ocean depths.—
Joe Wilkins,
Futurism,
2 Apr. 2026
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Created from a screenplay co-written by Bong with Jason Yu (Sleep), the film revolves around Ally, a curious piglet squid living in the depths of the South Pacific Ocean with dreams of one day seeing the sun and becoming the star of a wildlife documentary.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2026
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The Associated Press’ climate and environmental coverage receives financial support from multiple private foundations.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Apr. 2026
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And there’s been —the foundations are there, and everybody goes to Washington.—
Alex Crippen,
CNBC,
4 Apr. 2026
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For families Little children are catered to with cots, high chairs, roll-away beds, family swimming time in the pool, and the guest relations team offers movie nights for children in the room, soft toys, games and baby-sitting.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Apr. 2026
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This mattress size is typically used for children’s beds and bunk beds.—
Sharon Brandwein,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Bottoms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bottoms. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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