as in to visit
to make a brief visit
drop in any time—we're always home
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as in visitor
a person who visits another
we're having open house for New Year's, and drop-ins are welcome to come and go as they please
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Recent Examples of drop in
Korin Miller, Glamour, 18 Apr. 2025
Although there’s no back pocket, two drop-in slots on the outside of the thighs are big enough to stash your phone.
—Jennifer Heimlich, SELF, 16 Apr. 2025
Cost: $25 for regular drop-in classes and $10 for other classes at their Parktowne and Carmel Commons location.
—Tamia Boyd, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2025
And while her time on Housewives is now more of a drop-in than a deep dive, Cynthia is keeping her screen time strong with a new project on Hulu.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 15 Apr. 2025
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Noun
While there are no side pockets, these leggings have a drop-in pocket aligned in the back with plenty of room for your phone and more.
—Korin Miller, Glamour, 18 Apr. 2025
Although there’s no back pocket, two drop-in slots on the outside of the thighs are big enough to stash your phone.
—Jennifer Heimlich, SELF, 16 Apr. 2025
Cost: $25 for regular drop-in classes and $10 for other classes at their Parktowne and Carmel Commons location.
—Tamia Boyd, Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2025
And while her time on Housewives is now more of a drop-in than a deep dive, Cynthia is keeping her screen time strong with a new project on Hulu.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drop in
Verb
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Expect to pay a new fee to visit the country starting in July.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
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Meanwhile, on the outside, no one can visit Elsbeth until she’s been inside for at least a week, and Kaya is increasingly anxious to see Elsbeth before she’s sent on an undercover assignment with her new unit.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
9 May 2025
Noun
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Chris Judd, a guide at Bush and Beach, conducts a specialty tour that shows visitors Auckland's regenerative tourism initiatives.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
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Dollywood has attracted over 2 million visitors annually, including a few celebrities.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
3 May 2025
Noun
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His approach emphasizes educating guests about the unique natural environment of New Zealand, particularly its native plants and forests.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
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As Kentucky Derby spectators gather at Churchill Downs for the 151st Run for the Roses on Saturday, those hosting watch parties at home are likely to treat their guests to the signature cocktail of Louisville's premiere sporting event.—
Peter Burke,
FOXNews.com,
3 May 2025
Verb
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All of these games have been close, and if not for a 21-0 Knicks run in Game 1, Detroit would be favored to clinch here.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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The Red Sox added two more runs in the top of the second on a Duran RBI single and a Devers RBI double to make it 4-0, and from there Giolito was in control.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
1 May 2025
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“Drop in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drop%20in. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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