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lows

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈɫoʊz// UK //lˈəʊz// lows

n. the lowest points or levels of something, like a temperature or a person's mood. You often hear this when people talk about the weather or their personal experiences.

n. the minimum points or levels reached within a specific period or range. Often used in meteorological contexts or to describe emotional and economic fluctuations.


SIMPLE

The weather forecast predicts record lows tonight.

CONTEXTUAL

After experiencing the highs and lows of the stock market, he decided to invest more conservatively.

COMPLEX

The documentary explores the emotional lows the athletes faced during their recovery from career-threatening injuries, highlighting the psychological toll of professional sports.

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Almost always used in the plural form when referring to weather temperatures or emotional states.

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