down under
Americannoun
adverb
noun
adverb
Etymology
Origin of down under
First recorded in 1895–1900
Example Sentences
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Inspired by watching Aussie Rules during his time down under, he prioritised kicking accuracy, asking players to try to catch the ball above their head under the high ball.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
What transpired down under was a more nuanced set of conditions, far more akin to what we would expect in the UK.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
The discovery is exciting because it appears to capture an asteroid actively breaking down under intense solar heat.
From Science Daily • May 14, 2026
In recent years, however, the bubble has burst, with Gawker being forced to shut down under the weight of lawsuits, Vice Media filing for bankruptcy and Vox Media exploring selling itself off in parts.
From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026
I knew that down under the bank, in the water, the entrance to the den could be found.
From "Where the Red Fern Grows" by Wilson Rawls
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