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
Meghan Hunter, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2025
More recently, the American Motel was known for its rock-bottom room rate and a reputation as a magnet for criminal activity.
—John Aguilar, Denver Post, 21 Sep. 2025
Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 16 Oct. 2025
The answer to that question could be central to the success of Colorado’s next general manager, and that man’s ability to pull the Rockies out of rock bottom.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 10 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
However, at these rock-bottom rates, paying $200+ in fees for an economy award is still a solid deal.
—Meghan Hunter, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2025
More recently, the American Motel was known for its rock-bottom room rate and a reputation as a magnet for criminal activity.
—John Aguilar, Denver Post, 21 Sep. 2025
Noun
The government shutdown is now set to run until Monday – at least 20 days – and the mood in the Capitol is nearing rock bottom with very few bright spots.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 16 Oct. 2025
The answer to that question could be central to the success of Colorado’s next general manager, and that man’s ability to pull the Rockies out of rock bottom.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 10 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rock-bottom
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The research team highlighted that beyond water harvesting, these coatings could help reduce urban heat island effects, lower energy needs for air-conditioning and provide climate-resilient water sources in regions facing growing heat and water stress.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Nov. 2025
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When camping in an open environment, select a campsite in a valley, ravine, or low region.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Nov. 2025
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Bodies quickly decompose at the bottom of the ocean or in a swamp, leaving few traces behind.—
Frederick Dreier,
Outside,
11 Nov. 2025
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Roast cabbage and pierogies 12 to 15 minutes, then stir cabbage, flip pierogies, and swap baking sheets top to bottom.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Nov. 2025
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Argentina enters the 2026 World Cup as the reigning champions and one of the favorites to repeat, boasting remarkable depth across all positions.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Alexander affords the Eagles more depth at outside cornerback.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
5 Nov. 2025
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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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If a pilot experiences difficulties, pulling a red T-handle deploys the 2,400-square-foot parachute.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
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Kneeland fled on foot, police reported.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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Earlier in the year, Chuck Schumer, the Minority Leader, had rallied enough votes to keep the government open and faced a furious backlash from the Democratic base; capitulating again would have been politically intolerable.—
Jon Allsop,
New Yorker,
11 Nov. 2025
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Players face off against notorious villains, solve puzzles and navigate through iconic locations brought to life from the live-action series, including the Marine base, Alvida’s hideout, Arlong Park and Buggy’s tent.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Rock-bottom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rock-bottom. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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