down under
Americannoun
adverb
noun
adverb
Etymology
Origin of down under
First recorded in 1895–1900
Example Sentences
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The discovery is exciting because it appears to capture an asteroid actively breaking down under intense solar heat.
From Science Daily • May 14, 2026
Substitute Maddison went down under Lukas Nmecha's challenge, but referee Jarred Gillett and the VAR dismissed his appeal for a spot-kick.
From BBC • May 12, 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
Prince Harry and wife Meghan arrived in Australia on Tuesday for their first visit down under since their headline-dominating rift with Britain's royal family.
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
Jeanne, William, and Jacob lay down under the slowly shifting stars and swaying branches of the ashes.
From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz
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