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lowering

[lou-er-ing, louuhr-ing] / ˈlaʊ ər ɪŋ, ˈlaʊər ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
threatening
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But executives keep lowering the bar for themselves to boost their chances of getting a pat on the back.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 14, 2026

“The industry’s main tool for keeping payments manageable as prices rose has been stretching the loan, not lowering the price,” he said.

From MarketWatch Aug. 13, 2026

He has also emphasised affordability issues, running on a platform that includes lowering taxes, supporting farmers and improving healthcare.

From BBC Aug. 12, 2026

Slaven said that the VA completed a record number of mental healthcare appointments in the past fiscal year while also lowering veterans’ wait times.

From Salon Aug. 12, 2026

“I am sorry,” I said, lowering my head.

From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez




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