at a low ebb

1. At a low point, in a state of decline or depression. For example, The current recession has put our business at a low ebb. This idiom transfers the low point of a tide to a decline in human affairs. [Mid-1600s]

Example Sentences

Garnacho's confidence is at a low ebb.

From BBC

When trust in the media is at a low ebb, are we just going to stand and take notes?

From Slate

The morale of many of the workers already had been at a low ebb, given two rounds of layoffs — including the departure of 115 journalists early this year, more than 20% of the newsroom — following a period of growth and hiring since 2017.

From Los Angeles Times

The most recent incident marked the latest deterioration in relations, which have been at a low ebb for years as Venezuela has grown increasingly close to Russia and China.

From BBC

Christopher's words reveal a man at a low ebb.

From BBC