100 Examples of sentences containing the adverb "downward"

Definition

The adverb downward means moving or extending toward a lower place or position. It can also refer to a decline in quality, status, or value.

Synonyms

• Down
• Below
• Beneath
• Lower
• Descending
• Downhill

Antonyms

• Upward
• Ascending
• Higher
• Up
• Above

Examples

1. The bird flew downward toward the ground.
2. The hiker slid downward on the muddy trail.
3. As the temperature dropped, the mercury in the thermometer moved downward.
4. The economy has been trending downward for several months now.
5. She cast her eyes downward in embarrassment.
6. The roller coaster plunged downward at an alarming speed.
7. He pointed downward to indicate where the treasure was buried.
8. The stock prices have been falling downward since the announcement.
9. The climber carefully made his way downward from the summit.
10. The rain fell downward in heavy sheets.
11. The water cascaded downward over the rocks.
12. The elevator descended downward to the basement level.
13. She felt her spirits sink downward after hearing the news.
14. The path sloped downward toward the river.
15. As the day progressed, the sun moved downward in the sky.
16. The child leaned downward to pick up the toy.
17. His confidence dropped downward with each failure.
18. The leaves fell downward from the trees in autumn.
19. The hot air balloon floated downward as the pilot released air.
20. The team’s performance went downward after the key player was injured.
21. The stairs led downward to the basement.
22. The athlete sprinted downward the track.
23. She gazed downward at her shoes, lost in thought.
24. The slope was steep, making it difficult to walk downward.
25. The car rolled downward the hill after the brake failed.
26. The trend is moving downward in the recent survey results.
27. The cat jumped downward from the windowsill.
28. The graph showed a downward trend in sales.
29. He felt his energy levels decline downward after a long day.
30. The waterfall cascaded downward into the pool below.
31. The rocket launched downward before ascending into the sky.
32. The path wound downward through the forest.
33. She watched the clouds drift downward as the storm approached.
34. The temperature began to drop downward as night fell.
35. The professor's reputation took a downward turn after the scandal.
36. The rocks crumbled and rolled downward the cliffside.
37. The river flows downward toward the ocean.
38. He felt the weight of his worries press downward on his shoulders.
39. The fish swam downward to avoid the predator.
40. The staircase spiraled downward to the lower level.
41. The sun dipped downward, painting the sky with colors.
42. The tree branch swayed downward in the wind.
43. The road sloped downward, making it easier to ride downhill.
44. The crowd's excitement began to wane downward as the event dragged on.
45. The temperature continued its downward spiral overnight.
46. She leaned downward to tie her shoelaces.
47. The mountain trail descended downward, offering stunning views.
48. The bird's nest was built downward on a low branch.
49. His mood shifted downward after receiving the disappointing news.
50. The ball rolled downward on the inclined surface.
51. The graph depicted a downward slope in the data.
52. The skier raced downward the snowy slope.
53. He tilted his head downward to listen more closely.
54. The dog bounded downward the steps with excitement.
55. The curtain fell downward to signal the end of the show.
56. The reports indicated a downward shift in public opinion.
57. The child looked downward at the ground while playing.
58. The sun sank downward, casting long shadows.
59. The balloon floated slowly downward as the helium escaped.
60. She took a downward glance at her watch.
61. The company’s profits have taken a downward plunge.
62. The waterfall dropped downward into the valley.
63. The plane descended downward as it approached the runway.
64. The athlete's performance went downward after the injury.
65. The stairs spiraled downward into the dark cellar.
66. He directed his gaze downward toward the ground.
67. The slope of the hill went downward, making it a fun ride.
68. The temperature continued to fall downward throughout the night.
69. The geese flew downward, landing gracefully on the lake.
70. As the sun set, the light faded downward into darkness.
71. She felt her stomach drop downward during the scary ride.
72. The path led downward into the valley below.
73. The stock market took a downward turn after the news broke.
74. The balloon was released and floated downward slowly.
75. The tide rolled downward, revealing more of the beach.
76. The child climbed downward from the tree.
77. The economy showed signs of a downward trend.
78. He cast his eyes downward to avoid making eye contact.
79. The roller coaster took a sharp downward plunge.
80. The plants grew downward in search of water.
81. The elevator descended downward with a soft whir.
82. She felt her energy levels drop downward after lunch.
83. The bridge spanned the river as it flowed downward.
84. The rain fell downward, soaking everything in its path.
85. The slope of the hill steadily went downward.
86. His confidence took a downward hit after the criticism.
87. The crowd's enthusiasm faded downward after the delay.
88. The skier gracefully glided downward the slope.
89. The child leaned downward to pick up the fallen toy.
90. The river's current pulled downward with great force.
91. The car rolled downward after the driver forgot to apply the brakes.
92. The elevator moved downward to the parking garage.
93. The storm clouds gathered and moved downward on the horizon.
94. The fall of the leaves in autumn went downward like a gentle rain.
95. The temperature dipped downward as night began to fall.
96. The rock climber carefully descended downward.
97. The smoke drifted downward in the still air.
98. The wave crashed downward against the shore.
99. The path sloped downward through the lush green grass.
100. The bird's flight path took it downward toward the nest.