The problem boils down to a lack of communication.

I don't want to let my parents down by failing the exam.

I decided to take a gander down the street to see if the store was open.

She was wearing a reach-me-down dress.

Workers organized a sit-down strike to protest against unfair working conditions.

We will ring down the curtain on this production.

Don't miss out on the amazing deals at our closing down sale!

He likes to lie face down on the beach and soak up the sun.

They need to batten down the hatches before the storm hits.

I need to take down a note before I forget.