as in to decrease
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually
my interest in photography has dropped off over the years
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as in decrease
the amount by which something is lessened
the drop-off in movie attendance was the greatest in more than a decade
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Recent Examples of drop (off)
Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 26 July 2025
Sometimes, that’s best brought to life with a video of customers talking, or showing an experience visually in terms of where the drop-off is happening in a funnel, and comparing it to a prior period or trends that make the point in a very visual way.
—Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
Check with your town first because many now offer composting programs with bins and drop-off services that make getting started even easier.
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2025
The event will begin Sept. 19, 2025, with machine drop-off and packet pickup in Mackinaw City from noon to 8 p.m.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 14 July 2025
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Noun
Either way, there's never a drop-off in artists willing to indulge in their traditional country roots onstage.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 26 July 2025
Sometimes, that’s best brought to life with a video of customers talking, or showing an experience visually in terms of where the drop-off is happening in a funnel, and comparing it to a prior period or trends that make the point in a very visual way.
—Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
Check with your town first because many now offer composting programs with bins and drop-off services that make getting started even easier.
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2025
The event will begin Sept. 19, 2025, with machine drop-off and packet pickup in Mackinaw City from noon to 8 p.m.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 14 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drop (off)
Verb
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The three main causes of hydroplaning are: Vehicle speed - When a vehicle's speed increases, the tire-traction grip and ability to control the vehicle decreases.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
31 July 2025
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The folate in avocado also aids in controlling serotonin and dopamine levels, which can decrease risk of depression.—
Sheah Rarback,
Miami Herald,
31 July 2025
Noun
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The Bengals’ defensive changes should result in a marginal reduction in production, which moves Burrow just outside of the top three at his position.—
KC Joyner,
New York Times,
23 July 2025
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In 2024, the company achieved a $7/barrel West Texas Intermediate (WTI) breakeven reduction, and its overall breakeven sits ~$45/barrel.—
David Trainer,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
Verb
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Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
20 July 2025
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Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
20 July 2025
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The sharpest drop comes from YouGov/CBS News polling conducted between July 16 and 18, which shows Trump's approval at just 42 percent, with 58 percent disapproving—a net rating of minus 16.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
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The local decline in veteran homelessness is part of a record-breaking drop across the U.S. since 2010, when the federal government began a focused effort to end homelessness among veterans.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
24 July 2025
Verb
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Combined with other public health efforts, this clean needle initiative caused the outbreak to subside.—
Dave Wessner,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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Authorities emphasized that beaches and waterfront areas should be avoided until the threat of wave activity fully subsides.—
Barney Henderson
Robert Birsel
John Feng,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 July 2025
Noun
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These adjustment to scheduling, along with staffing changes and dining revenue declines, are impacting not just Jack Fry's, but the entire Louisville restaurant economy.—
Amanda Hancock,
The Courier-Journal,
26 July 2025
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The sales drop was led primarily by a 9% fall in North America and declines in Europe and Asia-Pacific.—
Karen Gilchrist,
CNBC,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Programs meant to close the gap haven’t made a dent, and there’s reason to doubt that even reparations would deliver a lasting fix.—
Jia Tolentino,
New Yorker,
31 July 2025
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That hold harmless provision, however, didn’t seem to make a dent in public school advocates’ opposition, Creighton said.—
Keri Heath,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
Verb
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The Northern Territory has previously experienced cases of falling trees causing death, per the outlet.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
People.com,
21 July 2025
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National Ice Cream Day is celebrated on the third Sunday of July, which falls on July 20 this year.—
Dina Kaur,
AZCentral.com,
21 July 2025
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“Drop (off).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drop%20%28off%29. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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