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lowering

[lou-er-ing, louuhr-ing] / ˈlaʊ ər ɪŋ, ˈlaʊər ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
threatening
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OpenAI is considering drastically lowering the prices it charges users as it seeks to win customers from its rival Anthropic.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Moving the schedule meant the matches would be directly competing with the football, basketball and hockey seasons in the U.S., potentially lowering ratings.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

The Civil Aviation Authority is due to make a decision on lowering the flight approach into the airport by this autumn.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Appearing in Chippewa Falls, Trump said his policies had helped farmers by lowering costs, expanding markets and cutting regulations.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

“Okay, okay,” Jenny giggled, gently lowering Fred to the floor.

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein




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