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downward

[doun-werd] / ˈdaʊn wərd /
ADJECTIVE
earthward
Synonyms


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One part of the atomic wave interacted with the magnetic field, allowing the researchers to create an upward force that precisely balanced the downward pull of gravity.

From Science Daily Sep. 8, 2026

Though some of the decline in Welsh scores was not "statistically very robust" and science results had "stabilised", he said "unfortunately for Wales, we see that overall downward trend still continuing".

From BBC Sep. 8, 2026

He will replace longtime leader Shantanu Narayen following a downward slide for the company’s stock.

From Barron's Sep. 3, 2026

But the solution requires more than adjusting the federal-funds rate upward or downward.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 3, 2026

The glass vial tumbled downward, and Christopher kicked desperately after it.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell




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