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
Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 19 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
The bashful display marks rock-bottom for Gabbard’s career.
—Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 19 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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Independent opinion polls show support for Fidesz has dropped to its lowest level in years.—
Kapil Komireddi,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2026
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The Oilers scored on all three power-play chances in the best performance for that unit since Leon Draisaitl went down with a lower-body injury on March 15 after scoring with the man advantage early in that game.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Isolated by its beautiful, rugged mountains, West Virginia sits entirely within Appalachia and has long been listed at the bottom of a laundry list of failings, including poor health and a lack of education.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Dangerous shore break can throw a swimmer or surfer head first into the bottom causing neck and back injuries.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Tire tread depth - Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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The cushions are crafted with a blend of polyester and cotton, and have a 3-inch depth that offers a cloud-like feel to keep you or guests comfortable for hours on end.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
8 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
Noun
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Buxton had just descended some 130 feet from a hovering helicopter to help her.—
Conor Wight,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Five days later, rescuers pulled one survivor from a depth of 985 feet.—
Greg Norman-Diamond,
FOXNews.com,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Since 2023, a Sasquatch figure — similar to the one in the old Jack Link’s Beef Jerky ads — has appeared atop the Royals Hall of Fame in left field after Pasquantino reaches base.—
PJ Green
April 8,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2026
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Yoshinobu Yamamoto allowed one run in six-plus innings, Shohei Ohtani extended his career-best on-base streak to 42 games and the Los Angeles Dodgers pushed their winning streak to five, beating the Toronto Blue Jays 4-1 on Tuesday night.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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“Rock-bottom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rock-bottom. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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