as in low
of, relating to, or located at the bottom
rock-bottom prices on home electronics
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as in bottom
the lowest part, place, or point
when the stock market was at its rock bottom was the time to buy in
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as in depth
the lowest point or level
our finances must be at rock bottom if we can't even afford a fast-food joint
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Recent Examples of rock-bottom
Mark Carey, New York Times, 20 Mar. 2026
The numbers were bad for the Raiders and bad for him, Smith nearly being rock-bottom in the ratings for qualified passers.
—Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 12 Mar. 2026
Law Murray, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2026
More broadly, public perceptions of big business are at rock bottom.
—Kathryn Anne Edwards, Mercury News, 28 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
Even rock-bottom Wolves were competitive once again, coming from two goals down to rescue a draw at Brentford.
—Mark Carey, New York Times, 20 Mar. 2026
The numbers were bad for the Raiders and bad for him, Smith nearly being rock-bottom in the ratings for qualified passers.
—Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 12 Mar. 2026
Noun
Cameron Johnson has had a rough time lately, hitting what is hopefully rock bottom after going scoreless Sunday for the second time this season (first time in a loss).
—Law Murray, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2026
More broadly, public perceptions of big business are at rock bottom.
—Kathryn Anne Edwards, Mercury News, 28 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rock-bottom
Adjective
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Shop sets with short and sleeveless tops, shorts, and cropped pants, and even one with a duster, starting as low as $20.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2026
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This was, in part, because my family didn’t have a lot of money, and updating electronics was a low priority.—
Hanif Abdurraqib,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2026
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With the Yankees down a run in the bottom of the ninth, Jose Caballero lined a two-RBI walkoff double into left-center field off of Jordan Romano to give the Bombers a comeback 5-4 win.—
James O'Connell,
New York Daily News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The cozy fleece bottoms have a flattering straight-leg fit and feature subtle side piping, giving them a fashionable, sporty effect.—
Melony Forcier,
PEOPLE,
15 Apr. 2026
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Triple-A depth is starting to get healthy, too, with right-hander Corbin Martin coming off the IL on Sunday after dealing with back spasms and getting into Tuesday’s game, while right-hander Collin Snider (arm fatigue) is expected to pitch for Iowa in the next day or two.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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Cherry tomatoes, shallots, and basil add a refreshing depth to the pasta while the garlic adds the traditional Italian flavor.—
Amanda Favazza,
Southern Living,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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And ultimately, the Supreme Court overruled those lower court rulings and did declare the embryos as children qualifying under the wrongful death statute.—
Dana Taylor,
USA TODAY,
1 Mar. 2024
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Lower gas demand amid increasing supply has led to lower pump prices.—
Frank Witsil,
Detroit Free Press,
19 June 2023
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The following week at the San Jose Invitational, Wilkins broke his own world record on three consecutive throws, shattering the 70-meter and 230-feet barriers along the way.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
17 Apr. 2026
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The home in the 1600 block of Trona Way in San Jose was sold on March 6 for $2,334,000, or $1,223 per square foot.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
17 Apr. 2026
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This V-neck camisole is our pick for a lacy, statement base layer with its endless styling potential and dainty, feminine finish.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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Shohei Ohtani extended his streak of reaching base to 48 consecutive games with an intentional walk by Raley in the eighth.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Rock-bottom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rock-bottom. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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