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)
Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 3 July 2025
The donation drop-off at the Wellness Center on the Window Rock Fairgrounds is no longer a drop-off location.
—Arlyssa D. Becenti, AZCentral.com, 3 July 2025
The rideshare drop-off and pick-up location for the Shakira concert is in the stadium’s Purple parking lot at Mission Village Drive, just north of Jacaranda Street and just south of Friar’s Road.
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—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 June 2025
Launched last year, it’s aimed at addressing the disproportionate drop-off rate of girls participating in soccer.
—Lee Igel, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
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Noun
That meant regular routines—early wake-ups, school drop-offs, family dinners, bedtimes.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 3 July 2025
The donation drop-off at the Wellness Center on the Window Rock Fairgrounds is no longer a drop-off location.
—Arlyssa D. Becenti, AZCentral.com, 3 July 2025
The rideshare drop-off and pick-up location for the Shakira concert is in the stadium’s Purple parking lot at Mission Village Drive, just north of Jacaranda Street and just south of Friar’s Road.
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—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 June 2025
Launched last year, it’s aimed at addressing the disproportionate drop-off rate of girls participating in soccer.
—Lee Igel, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drop (off)
Verb
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Following Monday's trade, Jim Cramer's Charitable Trust will own 220 shares of GS, decreasing its weighting to about 4.35% from about 4.75%.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
7 July 2025
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Revenue has remained relatively stagnant, decreasing slightly from $153 million to $152 million over the past year.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
Noun
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The most dramatic reduction came for the Honda CR-V, as the vehicle’s hood, mirrors and A-pillars all obstructed a greater portion of the driver’s view over time.—
Tanya Mohn,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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The move could result in layoffs and program reductions across several of its schools, the university said in an announcement.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
28 June 2025
Verb
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But all this trouble didn’t diminish his affection.—
Brett Berk,
Robb Report,
26 June 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,
26 June 2025
Noun
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Homer in the second Bases-clearing triple in the third The knock followed some other defensive shenanigans from the A’s, as Trent Grisham began the inning with a popup but ended up on second base after Sacramento’s second drop of the game.—
Gary Phillips,
Hartford Courant,
30 June 2025
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Inspired by streetwear marketing that plays on exclusivity and hype, Absolute Merch’s full-scale merch strategies also feature merch drops and limited-edition designs that power community and revenue, often leading to merch trades among fans.—
Andrea Zarczynski,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
Verb
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The excitement over Tesla’s robotaxi launch is subsiding as fewer social media videos are posted.—
Christiaan Hetzner,
Fortune,
2 July 2025
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Investors have cheered as stocks have swiftly recovered to fresh highs and volatility has subsided.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
30 June 2025
Noun
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However, the revival of games like Brawl Stars proves that decline is not inevitable.—
Pawan Gaargi,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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However, the decline in enrollment there led the University of Missouri to reopen its program.—
Ramal Nasim,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2025
Noun
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Three housing complexes in Hamilton County will be under construction this year to tap a small dent in the area’s stubborn shortage of affordable housing.—
John Tuohy,
IndyStar,
2 July 2025
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That’s more than 600 times the cost of an average American wedding—which the wedding site The Knot puts at $33,000—but won’t exactly make a dent in Bezos’ estimated $237 billion fortune.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
Verb
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When her moment came to walk the red carpet three days later, a radiant Cassie held hands with Combs, her hair styled to fall just over her injured eyebrow and eye.—
Laura Trujillo,
USA Today,
27 June 2025
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Season two saw Valerie cast in an HBO project about the sitcom writer who made her life hell in season one, earning widespread acclaim professionally even as her personal life was falling apart.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
27 June 2025
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“Drop (off).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drop%20%28off%29. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.
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