LOW-LYING Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

low-lying

adjective

ˈlō-ˈlī-iŋ

Definition of low-lying

as in short

having relatively little height the low-lying hills blocked our view of the sea only a little bit

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Recent Examples of low-lying Crews are also preparing for potential problems on the low-lying and flood-prone Hudson line. — Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 25 Sep. 2026 Authorities have warned of flooding in low-lying areas and along waterways. — ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026 The heavy rain could flood small creeks, streets, highways, underpasses and other low-lying or poorly drained areas. — Troy Bridges, CBS News, 11 Sep. 2026 South Florida's low-lying communities can fall victim to flooding for a number of reasons, including due to king tides. — Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for low-lying

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The quick short corner surprised Greenville (6-16-5), and Barea hit the edge of the 18-yard box before lifting a cross to the far post.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 4 Oct. 2026
Each snapshot showed the electron distribution at a slightly different moment, allowing the researchers to follow quantum motion that occurs on extremely short timescales.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of short

Adjective

But little progress has been made towards implementing a deal to end the conflict, which includes terms for Hamas to disarm and Israel to withdraw its troops.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 4 Oct. 2026
The Salem witch trials of 1692 carved out an enduring and powerful niche in American history for this little town, and this intimate, kitschy museum does an excellent job telling the story.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Oct. 2026

Definition of little

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Jaguar also built a car with long, low proportions that are unique in its segment and required a new platform.

— Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2026
Set the scene For a hotel with some of the priciest rooms in the city, Capella Bangkok feels decidedly low key.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of low

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