lowering
Americanadjective
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dark and threatening, as the sky, clouds, or weather; overcast; gloomy.
lowering skies.
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frowning or sullen, as the face or gaze; scowling; angry.
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of lowering
First recorded in 1300–50, lowering is from the Middle English word louring. See lower 2, -ing 2
Example Sentences
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The upshot of this would be EPS-negative, lowering earnings per share expectations, Hartnett observes, but, overall, the political changes would challenge the K-shaped wealth boom and the surge of AI capital expenditure.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 4, 2026
For its gargantuan data center in Louisiana, Meta is committing to lowering the energy bills of locals and putting back more water than it takes out.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026
By retaining medication locally for an extended period, the system could reduce how often patients need invasive joint injections while also lowering the possibility of systemic side effects.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 31, 2026
They are typically made with refined fats, oils, sugars, starches, salts, and other additives designed to improve flavor, texture, and shelf life, often while lowering nutritional quality.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 27, 2026
Chi-Boy rushed towards the man, lowering his shoulder in tackle position.
From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline
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