Downhill

usgb/ˌdaʊnˈhɪl/
adverb

Toward the bottom of a slope.

The bus is going downhill.
Visual representation of "downhill" - Toward the bottom of a slope.

Often appears as...

  • go downhill
  • roll downhill
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Visual representation of "downhill"
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Physical Movement

Describes moving along the direction of gravity on a slope.

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The ball started rolling downhill quickly.
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Less Effort

'Going downhill' often implies less effort is needed compared to going uphill.

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Cycling downhill is easier and faster.
Visual representation of the word "Downhill"

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