downhill

//ˈdaʊnˌhɪl//
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Adverb

downhillCanonical form
1

Toward the bottom of a hill or slope; in a descending direction.

The children rode their bikes downhill.

2

Into a worse or declining condition; toward deterioration.

After he lost his job, his life went downhill.

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Adjective

downhillCanonical form
1

Sloping or leading down a hill; descending.

We took the downhill path to reach the village faster.

2

Becoming progressively worse or easier.

After the accident, his health went downhill.

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Noun

1

A ski race on a steep slope, typically the fastest alpine skiing discipline.

She won the gold medal in the downhill at the Winter Olympics.