lowering
Pronunciation: [loʊərɪŋ]
Word
Context: “physical action”
(verb) to move something down to a lower position. This can be when you drop something from your hands or help someone lower an object gently.
Example
She is lowering the flag as the sun sets.
Example
He didn't lower the box carefully, and it fell over.
Example
Can you help me lower this heavy suitcase onto the floor?
Context: “change in position”
(noun) the act of making something go down in position or amount. This can be about lowering prices in a store or bringing down a ball.
Example
The lowering of prices made everyone excited to shop.
Example
The lowering of the temperature in winter was not welcome by most people.
Example
What was the reason for the lowering of interest rates?
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