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to lower
01
to reduce something in degree, amount, quality, or strength
Transitive: to lower the rate or degree of something
Examples
The company decided to lower its prices to attract more customers.
The government implemented measures to lower the unemployment rate in the country.
02
to decrease in degree, amount, quality, or strength
Intransitive
Examples
After the rainfall, the river 's water level began to lower gradually.
The temperature outside is gradually lowering as evening approaches.
03
to drop one's eyebrows, chin, or gaze to express sadness, disapproval, or shame, or to show less intensity or hostility in a facial expression
Intransitive
Examples
She lowered, her expression turning sullen as she sat in silence.
His mood soured, and he lowered, brooding over his thoughts.
04
to move something or someone to a position that is closer to the ground
Transitive: to lower sth
Examples
The construction workers used a crane to lower the steel beams into place for the new building.
The pilot had to lower the aircraft gradually for a smooth descent onto the runway.
05
to make one's voice deeper or quieter
Transitive: to lower one's voice
Examples
He lowered his voice to share the confidential information without being overheard.
Trying not to wake the baby, the parents lowered their voices to a hushed whisper.
lower
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in or into a position that is less high
lower
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situated at a position further down in relation to other parts
Examples
The offices are located on the lower floors of the building, closer to the main entrance.
They decided to renovate the lower levels first, focusing on accessibility.
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