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as in tropical
being near the equator
we took a cruise to the low northern latitudes
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2
as in primitive
belonging to or characteristic of an early level of skill or development
once considered the latest thing, electric typewriters now look like low technology indeed
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as in humble
belonging to the class of people of low social or economic rank
people, both high and low, have been worshipping in this cathedral for centuries
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as in depressed
feeling unhappiness
I was feeling low, and wanted to do something exciting to cheer myself up
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as in deep
having a low musical pitch or range
the tuba's low notes made the floor vibrate
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as in short
having relatively little height
the low hedge surrounding the garden wasn't meant to keep anything out, just to look pretty
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as in weak
lacking bodily strength
the weeklong bout of chicken pox laid her low
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as in crass
lacking in refinement or good taste
jokes about toilets are generally considered low humor
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as in dirty
not following or in accordance with standards of honor and decency
low tactics of that sort will not be tolerated on this hockey team
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as in gentle
not loud in pitch or volume
murmured her answer in a low voice
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as in reasonable
costing little
gas is low right now, but prices will inevitably rise this summer, when people start driving more
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as in lower
of, relating to, or located at the bottom
currently enjoys a low standing in the polls
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as in lacking
not coming up to an expected measure or meeting a particular need
levels for school volunteers remain low, at least compared to what was expected
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as in fallen
no longer living
thousands of the elderly were laid low by the deadly strain of flu
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Recent Examples of low
Audrey Gibbs, Nashville Tennessean, 25 Sep. 2025
The bust of the dress cinched in her waist like a corset and dipped low at the strapless neckline to show a hint of cleavage.
—Starr Bowenbank, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 26 Sep. 2025
The latest sentiment data from the University of Michigan, also released Friday, showed that Americans’ feelings about the economy remain near a record low.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 26 Sep. 2025
Preston Fore, Fortune, 27 Sep. 2025
If in a forest, stay close to lower trees.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 27 Sep. 2025
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Laying low at his height is a challenge.
—Audrey Gibbs, Nashville Tennessean, 25 Sep. 2025
The bust of the dress cinched in her waist like a corset and dipped low at the strapless neckline to show a hint of cleavage.
—Starr Bowenbank, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
Adverb
On top of leaving plenty of leg space open for your best knee-high boots, this ensemble also nails the high-low look that works well for weekday dressing and off-duty gatherings alike.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 26 Sep. 2025
The latest sentiment data from the University of Michigan, also released Friday, showed that Americans’ feelings about the economy remain near a record low.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 26 Sep. 2025
Noun
To be sure, lower mortgage rates have sparked a surge in at least one corner of the housing market.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 27 Sep. 2025
If in a forest, stay close to lower trees.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 27 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for low
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Meanwhile, recent increases in overnight temperatures in Texas may have made the region more hospitable to tropical species, which could explain green jays’ expansion north, according to Keitt.—
Amanda Schupak,
CNN Money,
29 Sep. 2025
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Pawpaws, guavas, and persimmons can add a spicy tropical flair to drinks like the Gin Fizz, Collins, and Old Fashioned, while cranberry adds a splash of tartness and festivity to margaritas and Palomas.—
Essence,
Essence,
29 Sep. 2025
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Unique camping options include wooden platform sites and primitive tent areas, plus cabins for overnight stays.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
22 Sep. 2025
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The Coming Labor Revolution Makes Events Essential The next five years will bring changes that make today’s AI implementations look primitive.—
Shawn Pierce,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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From the humble red dwarfs to the titanic supergiants, stars come in a dazzling array of sizes, colors, and lifespans.—
Kenna Hughes-Castleberry,
Space.com,
28 Sep. 2025
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Heading into the season, Shough's had a humble headspace.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
28 Sep. 2025
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The writer, known for her trailblazing work in confessional poetry, was clinically depressed and died by suicide at age 30.—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
30 Sep. 2025
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Barbeau had been living alone, depressed and isolated since Jessica’s death.—
Jon Michael Varese,
The Atlantic,
28 Sep. 2025
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The crash left a deep impact on the agency, not just for the injured but for the OCFA crews who responded to the scene to help their own.—
Sydney Barragan,
Oc Register,
27 Sep. 2025
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Group dynamics may trigger deep emotional wounds when the Sagittarius moon activates Venus.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, Julia, Lisa, and Kiki all pull the short straw and go to Alexia and Frankie’s Beauty Bar for free manicures, half-stale prosecco, and warm sushi passed around by waitstaff that aren’t even hot.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
26 Sep. 2025
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Is the attraction the fact that it's forbidden and only exists in these short bursts?—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
26 Sep. 2025
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Nobody can say that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are a weak team.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Sep. 2025
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Akin to two boxers with weak chins slugging it out, Villa wanted to land another blow.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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And honestly, Chris, that is just a really crass thing to say.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
25 Sep. 2025
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This joyless, crass Platinum Dunes remake (directed by Marcus Nispel) regurgitates the original’s plot with additional gore but without any of the sharp wit.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
21 Sep. 2025
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“Low.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/low. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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