low in

phrase

: containing a small amount of (something)
Foods that are low in sodium/fat/calories.

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The frustration reached another level recently during a particularly heartbreaking loss to the Kansas City Royals, when Guerrero’s career as the Blue Jays’ franchise slugger hit a new low in front of home fans. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026 Many high-protein foods—like meat and dairy—are also low in fiber. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2026 Salesforce, which is having a tough year on AI disruption concerns, is up over 40% from its 52-week low in late June. — Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 24 Aug. 2026 Most protein-rich plant foods, such as most beans, nuts and rice, are low in one or more essential amino acids. — Linda M. Boland, The Conversation, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for low in

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“Low in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/low%20in. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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