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hang low

idiom
Meaning

To droop or sag heavily; to remain at a low altitude.


Origin

disputed origin

From hang and low.

Examples
SIMPLE

The heavy branches hang low after the storm.

CONTEXTUAL

The thick clouds hang low over the mountains, making it difficult to see the path.

COMPLEX

As the sun began to set, the willow trees appeared to hang low, their long leaves brushing the surface of the quiet pond.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    fly low

    To have one's fly (zipper) undone.

  2. 02

    friends in low places

    Friends who have underworld connections or are involved in shady underdealings.

  3. 03

    get the hang of

    To begin to understand or manage at a basic level; to learn to handle with some skill.

  4. 04

    give a hang

    give a hoot; give a damn (to care about; to place value on something)

  5. 05

    go hang

    To be cursed; to be unworthy of notice or bother.

  6. 06

    hang a leg

    To hesitate; to hang back.

  7. 07

    hang a Louie

    Make a left turn while driving a vehicle (←).

  8. 08

    hang a Ralph

    To make a right turn while driving a vehicle (→).

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