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no and low

idiom
Meaning

Designating drinks that contain little or no alcohol.


Examples
SIMPLE

I prefer no and low drinks when I am driving.

CONTEXTUAL

The restaurant added a new section to their menu featuring several popular no and low options for customers.

COMPLEX

As consumer habits shift toward healthier lifestyles, many breweries are expanding their portfolios to include a diverse range of no and low beverages.

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  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

    hang low

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

  4. 04

    high and low

    Everywhere; all over the place.

  5. 05

    keep a low profile

    To be discreet and quiet.

  6. 06

    lie low

    To conceal oneself; to remain hidden.

  7. 07

    low on the totem pole

    Accorded relatively little importance.

  8. 08

    low road

    A course of action which is undignified, wrongful, or otherwise unseemly.

Last updated April 17, 2026