as in cheap
of low quality
plumbing fixtures that were made out of low-grade materials
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Recent Examples of low-grade
Another study confirmed these findings and suggested that taking 3 grams of cardamom daily, while on a low-calorie diet, may further reduce the chances of low-grade inflammation developing.9 More research is necessary to confirm how well cardamom can lower inflammation.9
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Lauren O'Connor, Health, 13 Aug. 2025
Ramos' incidents show a clear and documented pattern of low-grade but increasing and recurrent behavioral issues in school, according to the documents.
—Ismael Estrada, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2025
This is based on mechanistic theories including low-grade inflammation and immune dysregulation.
—Armstrong Williams, Baltimore Sun, 2 Aug. 2025
This low-grade inflammation contributes to insulin resistance and increases the risk of metabolic syndrome, which can cause high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.1
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—Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 29 July 2025
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Lauren O'Connor, Health, 13 Aug. 2025
Ramos' incidents show a clear and documented pattern of low-grade but increasing and recurrent behavioral issues in school, according to the documents.
—Ismael Estrada, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2025
This is based on mechanistic theories including low-grade inflammation and immune dysregulation.
—Armstrong Williams, Baltimore Sun, 2 Aug. 2025
This low-grade inflammation contributes to insulin resistance and increases the risk of metabolic syndrome, which can cause high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.1
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—Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 29 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for low-grade
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Here, the median sale price of a home is about $137,000—one of the cheapest price tags in the country.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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Health insurers plan to raise rates, pointing to rising health care costs, tariffs on prescription drugs and medical device imports, and the possible expiration of premium tax credits instituted during former President Joe Biden's administration that made plans cheaper.—
Sarah Volpenhein,
jsonline.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Aside from the obvious debates over the two, one indisputable fact was Calvert-Lewin’s far inferior pre-season preparation.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
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Don’t buy stone fruits and berries in the winter, or root vegetables and citrus in the summer, which are bogged down with jet lag, a higher price tag, a shorter shelf life, and inferior taste and quality.—
Catharine Kaufman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The poll also found that 51% of respondents perceive the current state of the economy as poor, and 61% express a lack of confidence that the economy will improve next year.—
Naomi Lim,
The Washington Examiner,
18 Sep. 2025
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Low User Adoption Due To Poor Onboarding The primary hurdle is often low user adoption due to poor onboarding and a steep learning curve.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Both films were saddled with terrible reviews and disappointing audience scores.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
21 Sep. 2025
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The thought of being separated from my third daughter, my work—too terrible for words.—
Rivka Galchen,
New Yorker,
21 Sep. 2025
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While coarse checked plaid is often used in more rustic situations, the princess's midi-dress can only be described as elegant.—
Katharina Fuchs,
Glamour,
15 Sep. 2025
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Following Phillips’ scheme, Manabe broke his computerized, 3D atmosphere into a coarse grid of boxes.—
Zack Savitsky,
Quanta Magazine,
15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The truck driver abruptly stopped, causing rotten melons and other fruit to catapult from it.—
Bebe Hodges,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
18 Sep. 2025
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Look for rotten or bruised areas on the fruits or vegetables and remove them before cutting or cooking.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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But what if cold plunges are actually bad for women?—
Korin Miller,
SELF,
22 Sep. 2025
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The alternative — nothing — would certainly be worse.—
ProPublica,
ProPublica,
22 Sep. 2025
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Outdated or missing beneficiary designations are common and can lead to delays, unintended distributions or even disputes among heirs.—
Larry Light,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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On Wednesday, the governors of Oregon, Washington, California and Hawaii recommended that all adults and children concerned about the respiratory illness season can receive the Covid vaccine and other common immunizations.—
Annika Kim Constantino,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
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“Low-grade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/low-grade. Accessed 23 Sep. 2025.
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