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the number lower vs the number under

Both phrases are not correct as they are incomplete. However, 'the number lower' can be part of a correct construction like 'the number lower than expected,' while 'the number under' can be part of a correct construction like 'the number under the limit.' Each phrase has its own specific usage.

Last updated: March 29, 2024

the number lower

This phrase is correct when used in a complete construction like 'the number lower than expected.'

This phrase is used to compare a number to another number or a standard to indicate that it is less than that number or standard.

Examples:

  • The number lower than the previous year's sales was unexpected.
  • She found the number lower than she had anticipated.
  • We need to find the number lower than the threshold.
  • The number lower than the average was quite surprising.
  • He was looking for the number lower than the target set by the company.

Alternatives:

  • the number less than
  • the number below
  • the number under
  • the number beneath
  • the number inferior to

the number under

This phrase is correct when used in a complete construction like 'the number under the limit.'

This phrase is used to indicate that a number is below or beneath a certain standard or limit.

Examples:

  • The number under consideration is quite significant.
  • She found the number under the threshold for eligibility.
  • We need to find the number under the budget allocated.
  • The number under the radar was not significant.
  • He was looking for the number under the maximum limit.

Alternatives:

  • the number below
  • the number beneath
  • the number less than
  • the number lower than
  • the number inferior to

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