1
as in depths
the lowest point or level
the discussion really reached its nadir when people resorted to name-calling
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as in bottoms
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 nadirs
Of the many nadirs this season — from letting a two-goal lead slip against Bournemouth to their existing run of five defeats in six league games from December 14 — the chastening 3-0 loss against Wolves on January 3 ranks high.
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Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 12 Jan. 2026
Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 12 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nadirs
Noun
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From around 2015, the winds started dragging up relatively warm, salty water from the ocean depths to the surface.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
8 May 2026
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It is named after the HMS Challenger, whose crew first sounded the depths of the trench in 1875.—
Kurt Snibbe,
Oc Register,
8 May 2026
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The smoothing fabric is flattering at the waist and thighs, and the flare bottoms provide just enough of a pop of style to make these jeans fun, but still appropriate for just about any setting.—
Taylor Fox,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2026
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The long-sleeve henley top and matching straight-leg bottoms are made of lightweight material that’s ideal for spring and summer.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
2 May 2026
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Homes typically start around 3,500 to 4,500 square feet and can expand significantly on larger parcels, with some designs reaching up to about 20,000 square feet.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
28 Apr. 2026
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Renderings show creating more than 150 feet of buffer and green space.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
28 Apr. 2026
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According to the New York State Department of Health, common moisture sources include plumbing leaks, roof leaks, poor drainage and damp basements.—
Ryan Brennan
May 8,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2026
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Common moisture sources, per the New York State Department of Health, include roof leaks, plumbing leaks and damp basements or crawl spaces.—
Ryan Brennan
May 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 May 2026
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“Nadirs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nadirs. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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