Why do people say "higher up" but never "lower down"?

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Why do people say "higher up" but never "lower down"?

We all say "higher up" as in: "i want to go higher up!" but has anyone ever heard the expression "lower down" as in: "Lets go sit lower down!" Would anyone question it if you heard someone use the phrase "lower down" in a sentance?

2007-02-14 10:29:58 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay

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lower down sounds demeaning, depressing

2007-02-14 10:38:32 · answer #1 · answered by Mopar Muscle Gal 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Good question. Higher up works, but lower down is redundant...lol!

2007-02-14 10:33:52 · answer #2 · answered by Oh Suhnny Day 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Yes, as in lower down an anchor.

2007-02-14 10:38:46 · answer #3 · answered by Pacifica 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋