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low-grade

American  
[loh-greyd] / ˈloʊˈgreɪd /

adjective

  1. of an inferior quality, worth, value, etc..

    The mine yields low-grade silver ore.

Etymology

Origin of low-grade

First recorded in 1875–80; low 1 + grade

Example Sentences

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Acetaminophen is the main ingredient in Tylenol and many store-brand pain relievers used for mild to moderate pain and low-grade fever.

From Science Daily • Jan. 18, 2026

The low-grade layer—which the previous owners hit and deemed unworthy of mining—was the type of primary sulfide ore Rio seeks to unlock with Nuton.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 15, 2026

Many locals want the land back that was expropriated by PPC years ago to mine the low-grade brown coal so they can farm it again.

From Barron's • Dec. 27, 2025

But the terminally dissatisfied Carol would rather stew in her own low-grade depression and angst that forfeit her free will.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 24, 2025

“Too many low-grade officers around, for one thing.”

From "Nine Stories" by J. D. Salinger

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