as in visitors
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-ins
Bowery Hotel Technically a hotel, but the cocktail bar Gemma has become a magnet for celebrities passing through the Lower East Side — both as guests and as drop-ins.
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Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
Launching April 28 as the channel’s flagship program, The Sebastian Maniscalco Show will feature Maniscalco alongside contributors like his longtime friend and comedian Pete Correale, plus celebrity drop-ins and recurring segments.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 13 Apr. 2026
Milestone missions have historically received many drop-ins.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 30 Mar. 2026
For abiding calm and a belief in the future, there are drop-ins with veteran teacher Titti — the movie’s most endearing figure — who runs an after-school tutoring center for local schoolchildren.
—Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
Ample, cozy seating for drop-ins from teammates and family.
—Sarah Everett, The Spruce, 12 Mar. 2026
Those casual drop-ins quietly became a steady part of my week.
—Jessica Tzikas, Sun Sentinel, 13 Jan. 2026
Elevate offers memberships, class packages and drop-ins at 5965 Village Way, Suite E 202.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Nov. 2025
The teaser also gives Swifties a look at how several other celebrity drop-ins came together on the Eras Tour, which kicked off in March 2023 and wrapped last December.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2025
Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
Launching April 28 as the channel’s flagship program, The Sebastian Maniscalco Show will feature Maniscalco alongside contributors like his longtime friend and comedian Pete Correale, plus celebrity drop-ins and recurring segments.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 13 Apr. 2026
Milestone missions have historically received many drop-ins.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 30 Mar. 2026
For abiding calm and a belief in the future, there are drop-ins with veteran teacher Titti — the movie’s most endearing figure — who runs an after-school tutoring center for local schoolchildren.
—Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
Ample, cozy seating for drop-ins from teammates and family.
—Sarah Everett, The Spruce, 12 Mar. 2026
Those casual drop-ins quietly became a steady part of my week.
—Jessica Tzikas, Sun Sentinel, 13 Jan. 2026
Elevate offers memberships, class packages and drop-ins at 5965 Village Way, Suite E 202.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Nov. 2025
The teaser also gives Swifties a look at how several other celebrity drop-ins came together on the Eras Tour, which kicked off in March 2023 and wrapped last December.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drop-ins
Noun
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In 2025 alone, the basilica welcomed nearly 5 million visitors.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
8 June 2026
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Each spring, tulips burst across the city in a riot of color, drawing visitors from around the world.—
Staff,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
Noun
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The Kansas City Royals had some special guests in attendance on Tuesday night at Kauffman Stadium.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2026
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Upcoming activities include Lotería nights, silent discos, family programming, music bingo, painting classes, fitness events and special appearances from local guests.—
Amelia Mugavero,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
Noun
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Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the P3 Tips smartphone app, and callers may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.—
Daniel Hunt,
Sacbee.com,
4 June 2026
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Voicemails provided in response to a request from the Star-Telegram ranged from callers saying Doolan was anti-American, a disgrace to Wylie, and not smart enough to teach children.—
Maven Navarro
June 3,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 June 2026
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“Drop-ins.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drop-ins. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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