go down

The phrase 'go down' is versatile and can describe movement, events, acceptance, and more, depending on the context.

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Definition

A2General

To move from a higher to a lower place or position.

Example

  • The sun goes down in the evening.
  • He went down the stairs quickly.

B1Finance

(technical)To decrease in value, amount, or level.

Example

  • The stock prices went down significantly last week.
  • The temperature went down to freezing last night.

B2History

(formal)To be remembered or recorded in a particular way.

Example

  • This event will go down in history as a turning point.
  • Her bravery went down in the annals of the town.

B1Medicine

To be swallowed or ingested.

Example

  • The medicine went down easily with a glass of water.
  • This soup goes down well on a cold day.

B1Events

(informal)To occur or happen, often in a notable or significant manner.

Example

  • The party went down without any issues.
  • You won't believe what went down at the meeting.

B2Social

To be accepted or received in a particular way by others.

Example

  • Her proposal went down well with the team.
  • The new policy did not go down well with the employees.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "go down":

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