as in low
of, relating to, or located at the bottom
rock-bottom prices on home electronics
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as in bottom
the lowest part, place, or point
when the stock market was at its rock bottom was the time to buy in
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as in depth
the lowest point or level
our finances must be at rock bottom if we can't even afford a fast-food joint
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Recent Examples of rock-bottom
K. Thor Jensen, PCMAG, 3 Jan. 2025
Charge rock-bottom fares and outsource the driving to contractors, but offer riders small creature comforts like leather seats, Wi-Fi and power outlets.
—Danielle Chemtob, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Curtis Pashelka, The Mercury News, 22 Jan. 2025
Talk about clients who almost quit or hit rock bottom before finding you (after getting their permission or anonymising the story).
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
Our resolution is the same as last year's — to bring you rock-bottom pricing on technology that's actually worth the money, backed up by robust reviews from the PCMag test lab.
—K. Thor Jensen, PCMAG, 3 Jan. 2025
Charge rock-bottom fares and outsource the driving to contractors, but offer riders small creature comforts like leather seats, Wi-Fi and power outlets.
—Danielle Chemtob, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Noun
The San Jose Sharks’ season hit rock bottom Tuesday night.
—Curtis Pashelka, The Mercury News, 22 Jan. 2025
Talk about clients who almost quit or hit rock bottom before finding you (after getting their permission or anonymising the story).
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rock-bottom
Adjective
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Currently, these caregivers often receive significantly lower Social Security benefits because their earnings history is interrupted.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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The chances of a human being bitten by a shark are incredibly low, according to the International Shark Attack File.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN,
11 Feb. 2025
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Recalled products can include specific can codes and best-if-used-by dates at the bottom of the cans, and UPC numbers listed in the notice here.—
Kate Gibson,
CBS News,
11 Feb. 2025
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More specifically, the two gatekeepers are tasked with preventing whatever evil lurks at the bottom of the ravine from getting out into the world.—
Brian Davids,
The Hollywood Reporter,
11 Feb. 2025
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Editor’s tip: For a softer alternative to black, the RMS Beauty Straight Line Kohl Eye Pencil is also available in a gorgeous plum shade—perfect for making hazel and green eyes pop with just the right touch of warmth and depth.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
17 Feb. 2025
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The trio of Green, Butler, and guard Stephen Curry should give the Warriors a fighting chance, but the depth around them may not be enough.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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And ultimately, the Supreme Court overruled those lower court rulings and did declare the embryos as children qualifying under the wrongful death statute.—
Dana Taylor,
USA TODAY,
1 Mar. 2024
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Lower gas demand amid increasing supply has led to lower pump prices.—
Frank Witsil,
Detroit Free Press,
19 June 2023
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The audience was on its feet, swaying, and singing as McCartney capped off the anniversary festivities.—
Melissa Locker,
TIME,
17 Feb. 2025
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Nourison Versatile Indoor/Outdoor Area Rug This versatile rug can be used both indoors and outdoors and comes in various colors, including teal and ivory, and sizes ranging from 2 x 4 feet to 12 x 15 feet.—
Kelsey Fredricks,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Feb. 2025
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The smell of bleach triggers memories of cleaning up the blood that was all over the tarmac of the base.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
TIME,
10 Feb. 2025
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As my friend in Los Angeles can attest, its overreach has alienated a broad swath of Americans, including many who wouldn’t typically align with Trump’s base.—
Matt K. Lewis,
Twin Cities,
9 Feb. 2025
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“Rock-bottom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rock-bottom. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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