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The phrase "were lower than" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used when making comparisons between two or more objects. For example, "The prices of the apples were lower than the oranges."
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were lower than
verb
To let descend by its own weight, as something suspended; to let down
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Profits were lower than expected by analysts.
The losses were lower than analysts' estimates.
Incomes were lower than in 1930.
Last quarter, futures orders were lower than expected.
The intensity and expectation were lower than at Barcelona.
Those figures were lower than the weekly numbers.
Still, Washington's spirits that year were lower than ever.
The BBA said the figures were lower than expected.
Imports were lower than previously reported and exports were higher.
The data also showed that supplies of heating oil were lower than usual.
"Friendly fire" casualties were lower than expected.
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