downhill

Example Sentences

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For Bondi, it was all downhill from there.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

“Not to name names, but they are all physical, they’re all downhill players. They protect the football well. What their bodies look like is phenomenal,” Chesney said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

These lakes are often located at high altitudes, sitting above river systems that help channel burst waters far downhill.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

"It was the year of 2023 when he really went downhill," said Myfanwy.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

Genie knew Ernie was trying to distract him, and he appreciated it because his questions started to tumble downhill just as he had done earlier.

From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds