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1
as in hazy
covered over by clouds
the lowering sky made us think twice about going to the park
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2
as in stern
harsh and threatening in manner or appearance
we chose our next words carefully, mindful of the lowering expression on his face
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as in decrease
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1
as in throwing
to cause to fall intentionally or unintentionally
workmen slowly lowered the heavy statue into place
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2
as in plunging
to go to a lower level especially abruptly
prices of the new type of televisions lowered considerably as competition and sales increased
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3
as in reducing
to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent
decided to lower his career ambitions to something more achievable
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as in decreasing
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
the noise of the jet engine lowered as the plane disappeared in the distance
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as in humiliating
to reduce to a lower standing in one's own eyes or in others' eyes
how could you lower yourself by passing off someone else's work as your own?
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as in sinking
to diminish the price or value of
over time, inflation lowers incomes and savings in terms of actual buying power
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also louring
1
as in darkening
to take on a gloomy or forbidding look
the sky lowered overhead, threatening a fierce thunderstorm
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as in staring
to look with anger or disapproval
the motorist lowered at the jerk who had cut in front of her
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Recent Examples of lowering
Vanessa Caceres, Verywell Health, 31 Mar. 2026
This seems to us like a quiet lowering of expectations for Illinois students amid broader concerns about declining academic standards.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
Higher-dose patients with both obesity and type 2 diabetes saw similar lowering of blood sugar compared to the lower dose, the agency noted.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 24 Mar. 2026
The meeting marked a lowering of the temperature for discussions around the city’s license plate-reader system.
—Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 11 Mar. 2026
Deportation, and the threat of it, have upended the lives of millions of American children in the last few decades alone, while also creating a permanent underclass of workers who live in fear while their labor allows for the quiet lowering of costs for goods and services.
—Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 9 Dec. 2025
The lowering of drug prices is a position of wide appeal that Trump has tapped into in his second term.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 6 Nov. 2025
As a result, the lowering of the standards has become a way of life, and that’s THE problem.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 15 Sep. 2025
Trump’s order requires the lowering of flags at federal buildings.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 11 Sep. 2025
Sam Meredith, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
Instead, the law gives older adults a $6,000 tax deduction — lowering the amount of income that is taxed.
—Shannon Pettypiece, NBC news, 9 Apr. 2026
Nitric oxide helps your blood vessels relax and widen, lowering the pressure inside.
—Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 8 Apr. 2026
Others suggest inflation will merely be allowed to rise, ultimately lowering the real value of the debt.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 8 Apr. 2026
The special election vote strikes a blow against those who have been pushing for more density in the state’s fifth-largest city in the hopes of increasing housing supply and lowering home prices.
—John Aguilar, Denver Post, 8 Apr. 2026
The brand’s mission is to make golf more inclusive by mixing cultural touchstones with golf and lowering the entry barrier to the sport.
—Ryan Brennan
april 7, Miami Herald, 7 Apr. 2026
Months later, Teigen explained her decision to seek out a hairline lowering procedure.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 7 Apr. 2026
Older, lipid-lowering drugs called fenofibrate and niacin didn’t provide enough benefit.
—Brianna Abbott, STAT, 7 Apr. 2026
Noun
There was also a significant lowering in systolic and diastolic blood pressure for those aged 60 or older.
—Vanessa Caceres, Verywell Health, 31 Mar. 2026
This seems to us like a quiet lowering of expectations for Illinois students amid broader concerns about declining academic standards.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
Higher-dose patients with both obesity and type 2 diabetes saw similar lowering of blood sugar compared to the lower dose, the agency noted.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 24 Mar. 2026
The meeting marked a lowering of the temperature for discussions around the city’s license plate-reader system.
—Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 11 Mar. 2026
Deportation, and the threat of it, have upended the lives of millions of American children in the last few decades alone, while also creating a permanent underclass of workers who live in fear while their labor allows for the quiet lowering of costs for goods and services.
—Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 9 Dec. 2025
The lowering of drug prices is a position of wide appeal that Trump has tapped into in his second term.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 6 Nov. 2025
As a result, the lowering of the standards has become a way of life, and that’s THE problem.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 15 Sep. 2025
Trump’s order requires the lowering of flags at federal buildings.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 11 Sep. 2025
Verb
Expectations of El Niño’s return follow a multi-year La Niña event, which generally has the effect of lowering global temperatures compared to normal years.
—Sam Meredith, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
Instead, the law gives older adults a $6,000 tax deduction — lowering the amount of income that is taxed.
—Shannon Pettypiece, NBC news, 9 Apr. 2026
Nitric oxide helps your blood vessels relax and widen, lowering the pressure inside.
—Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 8 Apr. 2026
Others suggest inflation will merely be allowed to rise, ultimately lowering the real value of the debt.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 8 Apr. 2026
The special election vote strikes a blow against those who have been pushing for more density in the state’s fifth-largest city in the hopes of increasing housing supply and lowering home prices.
—John Aguilar, Denver Post, 8 Apr. 2026
The brand’s mission is to make golf more inclusive by mixing cultural touchstones with golf and lowering the entry barrier to the sport.
—Ryan Brennan
april 7, Miami Herald, 7 Apr. 2026
Months later, Teigen explained her decision to seek out a hairline lowering procedure.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 7 Apr. 2026
Older, lipid-lowering drugs called fenofibrate and niacin didn’t provide enough benefit.
—Brianna Abbott, STAT, 7 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lowering
Adjective
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The Hole was a place where a mother was blind, deaf, and utterly disconnected to her previous life, the concepts of career and friendship and exercise and positive reinforcement just hazy memories of a distant realm.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Apr. 2026
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Article continues below Star clusters and dimmer nebulas are visible threaded through the galactic plane, while the Large Magellanic Cloud — a satellite galaxy of the Milky Way — appears as a hazy patch of light to the bottom right of the shot.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The book’s playful interrogation of traditional gender expectations is sharpened with the introduction of 1855 Caleb, a fantasy and a nightmare, a stern, quiet man who Natalie finds both terrifying and alluring.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Apr. 2026
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The problems surfaced in February, prompting a stern letter from the airport to the software provider, which has been paid about $5 million since 2019 to upgrade and operate the payment system and equipment for MIA’s parking garages.—
Vinod Sreeharsha,
Miami Herald,
3 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The 5% decrease in electric charges is set to go into effect in June, with no future adjustments to it planned.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
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Even a relatively small decrease to $4 a gallon could take one or two weeks, according to gas price tracking service GasBuddy.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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In the darkened foyer, Ember contemplated this unassuming bit of paper, momentarily paralyzed by a mixture of dread and excitement stirred together, an overpowering sensation that oozed from the crown of her head, down the length of her body, then hardened, like a soft golden resin becoming solid.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 Apr. 2026
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As scientists often find darkened teeth in ancient burials, other factors can contribute to a black appearance, notably the chewing of betel leaves.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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In hindsight, the audition for that beloved late-night sketch-comedy series was the most intimidating thing she's ever done.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Apr. 2026
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Caracas Bakery will be open on the first floor during the day for breakfast and lunch, in a comfortable and relaxed setting that’s somewhat less intimidating than its neighboring luxury restaurant.—
Connie Ogle
April 8,
Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The hotel has set waste and water reduction targets, including plastic and food waste prevention.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Apr. 2026
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Pollution reduction, congestion reduction, improved safety, comfort, reliability.—
Jon Wertheim,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Malinovsky, an engineer, said his memory of the next few hours are somewhat clouded.—
Helen I. Bennett,
Hartford Courant,
4 Mar. 2026
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But over time, that beautiful view can become clouded with soot, haze, and stubborn residue that can dull the flame’s warm glow.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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As Liborio, an orphan who risked his life to cross the border and ended up living in the attic of a bookstore thanks to the kindness of the gruff owner, Chief (Eddie Marsan), the actor plays a narrator who consistently breaks the fourth wall.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
18 Mar. 2026
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As Woody Harrelson detailed Harrison Ford's accomplishments from the Actors Awards stage, the famously gruff actor seemed to squirm in his seat, somehow uncomfortable with praise even at the age of 83.—
Eve Batey,
Vanity Fair,
2 Mar. 2026
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“Lowering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lowering. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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