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lowering

[lou-er-ing, louuhr-ing] / ˈlaʊ ər ɪŋ, ˈlaʊər ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
threatening
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In an accompanying editorial, experts suggest that future recommendations may further emphasize lowering LDL-C to below 55 mg/dL for people with moderate atherosclerosis.

From Science Daily

They seem to be lowering Christ’s corpse, which is thrust forward from the picture plane, onto the altar below the painting.

From The Wall Street Journal

Philadelphia Fed President Anna Paulson stated monetary policy credibility is crucial for lowering inflation and fostering economic growth.

From The Wall Street Journal

The government, which has so far ruled out any form of rationing, has also sought to alleviate shortages by releasing oil from the national stockpile and lowering fuel standards.

From BBC

They measured the insects' internal temperature while gradually lowering the surrounding temperature below freezing.

From Science Daily