How to Use down with in a Sentence

down with

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  • Don't ever put a jute rug in the washing machine or hose it down with water.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 5 July 2026
  • If a spill or mess occurs, simply wipe it down with a dry cloth or gently clean it with leather cream.
    Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026
  • Take after the actress by wearing them with a blazer on office days, or dress them down with a breezy blouse for casual occasions.
    Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 29 June 2026
  • At home, tens of millions of American fans had the chance to watch the replay, slowed down with evidentiary precision.
    Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 2 July 2026
  • How to Clean Quartz Countertops Wipe the countertops down with a dry microfiber cloth.
    Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 29 June 2026
  • Spray the mixture onto your countertops and let the solution sit for 3-5 minutes before wiping it down with a soft sponge or cloth.
    Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 30 June 2026
  • Released in 2012, the first installment was a pop culture sensation, and things didn't slow down with the three subsequent sequels.
    Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 11 June 2026
  • The West Indies made 125-7 and the inadequacy of that total was exposed by Australia hunting it down with seven overs to spare.
    ABC News, 30 June 2026
  • Add Thoughtful Touches to the Kitchen In a kitchen, the designer says a small accent like a beautiful tray that requires you to set things down with care instead of tossing them on the counter can make a difference.
    Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 July 2026
  • With Rashford not getting the better of Wan-Bissaka and his team a goal down with time running out, England head coach Thomas Tuchel replaced him in the 60th minute with Anthony Gordon.
    Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 2 July 2026

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