Down south

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adverb

In or towards the south part of a country or region.

He moved down south for the warmer climate.
Visual representation of "down south" - In or towards the south part of a country or region

Often appears as...

  • move down south
  • travel down south
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Regional Usage

The term can vary based on the region - 'down south' in the UK may refer to different areas than in the US.

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In the UK, he moved down south to enjoy Brighton's coast.
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General Direction

'Down south' often means moving towards a general southern direction, not a specific location.

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Let's drive down south until we find a good camping spot.
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Metaphorical Use

Sometimes used metaphorically for going to a place that's calmer or warmer.

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I'm tired of the city's rush, thinking of going down south.
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