Thesaurus results for DROP BY

drop by

verb

Definition of drop by

as in to visit

to make a brief visit I'll either drop by on the way there or on the way back

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But the couple remained deeply inspired by Napa Valley, which holds a large working-class population and plenty of amenities for the wine lovers who visit.

— Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2026
New York City Tourism expects 8 million travelers to visit the Big Apple between Thanksgiving and New Year's this holiday season, but one holiday attraction will resonate even more with those who call the city home.

— CBS News, CBS News, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of visit

Verb

Wheaton North responded with a score, but then Wendell followed up with a 3-yard TD run and Konkey ran in the 2-point conversion to cut the deficit to 30-29.

— Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 7 Nov. 2026
Dozens of people began running in various directions at the sound of gunfire.

— Shayna Jacobs, NBC news, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of run in

Verb

The trio came by to promote their upcoming holiday film during Jimmy Fallon‘s monologue.

— Denise Petski, Deadline, 9 Nov. 2026
Approval on the final conditional use permit should be coming by the end of the year, which will allow portions of the property to open to the general public in addition to hotel guests.

— Deborah Netburn, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of come by

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