low

UK /ˈləʊ/ US /ˈloʊ/
noun 9adj 5adv 5verb 4name 4

Collocations

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1

(adj.) not far above the ground

VERBS

be, look, seem

The ceiling in that old restaurant seemed surprisingly low for such a grand building.

ADV

extremely, very

Her voice was very low when she whispered the secret to her friend.

a bit, fairly, quite, rather

2

(adj.) small in degree/amount

VERBS

be, look, seem

become, get, run

My phone battery was running low, so I needed to find a charger quickly.

remain, stay

keep sth

She always keeps her voice low when she's in the library so she doesn't disturb others.

ADV

extremely, very

The cost of taking the bus is very low compared to driving your own car.

comparatively, fairly, quite, rather, relatively

PREP

in

Oranges are high in vitamin C, but carrots are also quite low in calories.

3

(noun.)

ADJ

all-time, new, record

Oil prices fell to a record low last month, affecting heating costs for many families.

VERB + LOW

fall to, hit, reach, sink to

PREP

at a ~

The team's confidence was at a low point after losing three games in a row.

PHRASES

highs and lows

Her business journey included many highs and lows before finally becoming successful.

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