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lowering

[lou-er-ing, louuhr-ing] / ˈlaʊ ər ɪŋ, ˈlaʊər ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
threatening
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Lowering their recommendation to neutral from outperform, the analysts tell clients in a note that incumbent insurers are at a disadvantage in relation to artificial-intelligence-related disruption due to their complex technology infrastructure.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 24, 2026

Lowering the cost of filming in the L.A. area is key to increasing production, but another force may also be at work.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Lowering the fees you pay over decades can save you not just thousands but tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

Lowering the water table allows oxygen to enter the soil, speeding up microbial activity.

From Science Daily • Feb. 22, 2026

Lowering her head, Mrs. Bains whispered something and walked slowly and heavily from the office.

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison




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