1
: a casual visit or brief stop
2
: one who drops in : a casual visitor
dropped in; dropping in; drops in
: to pay an unexpected or casual visit
—often used with on
Examples of drop-in in a Sentence
Noun
we're having open house for New Year's, and drop-ins are welcome to come and go as they please
Verb
drop in any time—we're always home
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The Denver Post, Denver Post, 7 Jan. 2026
This rosy cider simmers for just 10 minutes, making a great choice for drop-in visitors or last-minute parties.
—Midwest Living, 5 Jan. 2026
In-person visits are drop-in and handled on a first-come-first-serve basis.
—Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 30 Dec. 2025
Made from a blend of recycled nylon and spandex, the leggings also include an adjustable interior infinity drawcord and a drop-in waistband pocket for storing personal items.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Dec. 2025
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Noun
Many offer hourly drop-in rates, typically for $20/hour.
—The Denver Post, Denver Post, 7 Jan. 2026
This rosy cider simmers for just 10 minutes, making a great choice for drop-in visitors or last-minute parties.
—Midwest Living, 5 Jan. 2026
In-person visits are drop-in and handled on a first-come-first-serve basis.
—Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 30 Dec. 2025
Made from a blend of recycled nylon and spandex, the leggings also include an adjustable interior infinity drawcord and a drop-in waistband pocket for storing personal items.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for drop-in
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“Drop-in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/drop-in. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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