down

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

On the penultimate weekend of the 1997-98 First Division season, Manchester City hosted Queens Park Rangers knowing they needed a result to give themselves the chance of avoiding relegation down to England's third tier.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

It’s easy to forget given recent volatility, but the S&P 500 had already turned down notably from its record high by the time the Iran war began at the end of February.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

Air India’s CEO is stepping down, less than a year after the crash of one of its planes that killed 260 people.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

These days, Bailey is one of the celebrities people would be thrilled to see strolling down Hollywood Boulevard.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

A few minutes later, SJ brought over two plates, one in each hand, and set them down in front of them.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith