the lowdown

Example Sentences

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Here’s the lowdown on adviser fees, fund returns and what is driving client redemptions on Wall Street.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026

Unlike in the moments after Reagan and his predecessor, Gerald Ford, were shot, you probably didn’t turn on the nearest TV or flee to the closest newsstand to get the lowdown.

From Slate • Jul. 16, 2024

There's been a lot going on - here's the lowdown.

From BBC • Dec. 7, 2023

Here’s the lowdown on home improvements for people with disabilities, and the expected costs for many of these projects.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 22, 2023

I tried to get the lowdown on some of my new teachers, the inside stuff, but Theresa wasn’t cooperating.

From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor