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as in depth
the lowest point or level
the discussion really reached its nadir when people resorted to name-calling
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as in bottom
the lowest part, place, or point
got into the stock market when it was at its nadir and then watched prices soar
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Recent Examples of nadir
Four years ago, the women’s figure skating event was the absolute nadir of the Beijing Winter Games, after a trio of teenagers from Russia finished the competition in tears under the cloud of a positive doping test by Kamila Valieva.
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Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 23 Feb. 2026
People familiar with the news division describe it as a place that is veering toward dysfunction, with trust between Weiss’ managers and rank and file journalists at a nadir.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
New Mexico beat a Big Ten team, but 3-9 UCLA was at its nadir then.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 25 Dec. 2025
Even more than Nix's development, what has underpinned Denver's two-year turnaround is its defense under coordinator Vance Joseph — the same coordinator, yes, who was in charge during its 2023 nadir.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 16 Dec. 2025
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Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 23 Feb. 2026
People familiar with the news division describe it as a place that is veering toward dysfunction, with trust between Weiss’ managers and rank and file journalists at a nadir.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
New Mexico beat a Big Ten team, but 3-9 UCLA was at its nadir then.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 25 Dec. 2025
Even more than Nix's development, what has underpinned Denver's two-year turnaround is its defense under coordinator Vance Joseph — the same coordinator, yes, who was in charge during its 2023 nadir.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 16 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nadir
Noun
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Gipson, Incoom and Hampton will be expected to compete for major special teams roles and depth outside linebacker jobs.—
Mike Kaye
March 26,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Mar. 2026
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Earlier Tuesday, the Eagles reportedly brought back Fred Johnson on a one-year deal to add depth to their offensive line.—
Tom Ignudo,
CBS News,
25 Mar. 2026
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The duel didn’t disappoint, as Langford and the Eagles broke a 2-2 deadlock, punching across a pair of runs in the bottom of the sixth to emerge with a 4-2 triumph over the Falcons.—
Mike Waters,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Mar. 2026
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And at the bottom of it was Tessie.—
Juli McDonald,
CBS News,
25 Mar. 2026
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After starters Mitch Keller and David Peterson matched zeros in 42-degree weather, Nick Gonzales lined an RBI single for Pittsburgh with one out in the 10th to break a scoreless tie.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Extrapolating from the National Weather Service estimates, the likelihood of being struck six times is roughly one in 13 septillion—that’s a 13 followed by 24 zeros.—
Jacob Stern,
The Atlantic,
16 Mar. 2026
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Upon arriving, the drone will remain up to 300 feet in the air while a pod, attached by a tether and carrying the product, descends to the ground.—
Chase Jordan
March 27,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
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Homecoming for Pope Jordan Pope scored 12 points in 33 minutes for Texas playing in his native Bay Area, coming back after suffering a broken foot late in a second-round win over Gonzaga.—
Janie McCauley,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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Most only dive 20 meters — shallow enough for a lake, but not for the abyss.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Mar. 2026
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For countless generations, humanity’s skyward gaze has revealed a heavenly abyss.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
23 Mar. 2026
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The Sweet Heat Pepperoni Pizookie is made with a Chocolate Chunk Pizookie base, two scoops of vanilla bean ice cream, pepperoni, and a drizzle of Mike's Hot Honey.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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The denial was issued a few days ago and concerned American aircraft, including bombers, which were supposed to land at the base before continuing toward the Middle East, said the official, who spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly.—
Jon Gambrell,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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