as in short
having relatively little height
the low-lying hills blocked our view of the sea only a little bit
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Recent Examples of low-lying
Ways to stay safe during a flood according to the NWS
For either residents or campers of flood-prone, low-lying areas, take immediate action and seek higher ground.
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Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 May 2025
Flash flooding would likely occur in small creeks and streams, as well as on highways, streets and underpasses with poor drainage and in low-lying areas, officials said.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 26 May 2025
If no alternative exists, set up camp in a valley, ravine, or other low-lying areas.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 25 May 2025
At times, after a heavy rainstorm that swamps the low-lying roadway or a special event on the grounds of the historic but long-closed Miami Marine Stadium, the causeway — the only way in and out for residents and visitors to paradisial Key Biscayne — becomes a veritable parking lot.
—Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 23 May 2025
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Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 May 2025
Flash flooding would likely occur in small creeks and streams, as well as on highways, streets and underpasses with poor drainage and in low-lying areas, officials said.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 26 May 2025
If no alternative exists, set up camp in a valley, ravine, or other low-lying areas.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 25 May 2025
At times, after a heavy rainstorm that swamps the low-lying roadway or a special event on the grounds of the historic but long-closed Miami Marine Stadium, the causeway — the only way in and out for residents and visitors to paradisial Key Biscayne — becomes a veritable parking lot.
—Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for low-lying
Adjective
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That memory is a very short but powerful memory to me.—
Nicole Fell,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2025
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Pool offers a short menu of beef burgers, turkey burgers, hot dogs and fries.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
Adjective
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This is incredibly damaging to career prospects and, given how little knowledge exists in mainstream medical and occupational health circles, can feel confusing and frightening for those who don’t know where to turn for advice.—
Nancy Doyle,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Some writers prefer to include as little personal detail as possible regarding their identity, and male writers (such as Nagabe) have also become more common within the space.—
Vrai Kaiser,
Them.,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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Farmers watered their crops less, and saw smaller harvests as a result.—
Annika Merrilees,
Sacbee.com,
7 June 2025
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Yes, Georgia and Paul split this season as the blowback from the trial — and Paul's support of Proposition 38, disastrous for small businesses — imperiled his mayoral career.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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In fact, with one of the lowest average ages in the whole of the Champions League, Paris Saint-Germain this season has become a team known for its young, hardworking and likeable core group of players – Vitinha, Nuno Mendes, João Neves, Barcola and Doué have all garnered plaudits.—
Jamie Barton,
CNN Money,
31 May 2025
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Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
31 May 2025
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And with the ability to connect more than 120 devices, the tiny Slate 7 is suitable for use by work teams, families and multi-device users.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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Don't give in to temptation and cross over with your mower—not even a tiny bit.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
8 June 2025
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“Low-lying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/low-lying. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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