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as in throws
to cause to fall intentionally or unintentionally
I dropped the fly ball drop the anchor
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as in plunges
to go to a lower level especially abruptly
although they start out high, prices for home electronics eventually drop
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as in stops
to bring (as an action or operation) to an immediate end
drop what you're doing and come here
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as in abandons
to stop doing (something) permanently
isn't it time you dropped that smoking habit and spent your money on better things?
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as in falls
to lead or extend downward
the cable car tracks can drop suddenly, so be sure to hang onto something
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as in cancels
to put an end to (something planned or previously agreed to)
drop that plan in favor of another
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as in produces
to bring forth from the womb
the cow dropped her calf early this morning
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as in downs
to strike (someone) so forcefully as to cause a fall
dropped the would-be mugger in his tracks with a single well-aimed blow
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as in loses
to fail to win, gain, or obtain
the local hockey team has dropped two out of the last three contests
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as in drips
to fall or let fall in or as if in drops
the cold glass dropped condensation
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as in pays
to hand over or use up in payment
I dropped $50 on these shoes
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as in mentions
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
he would ever so "casually" drop the names of celebrities he knew personally
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as in reduces
to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent
with these icy road conditions, drivers should be dropping their speed
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as in dies
to stop living
during the Black Death people all over Asia and Europe were dropping like flies
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as in dips
the act or process of going to a lower level or altitude
the sudden drop of the plane really shook up the passengers
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as in decreases
the amount by which something is lessened
a huge drop in pressure
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as in advantages
the more favorable condition or position in a competition
got the drop on his opponent very early in the wrestling match
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Recent Examples of drops
Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 12 June 2026
The cost of trying a new idea drops to almost nothing in the same move.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
The Legislative Analyst’s Office, which advises the Legislature on fiscal and policy matters, warned that the state could face deep deficits if the stock market drops sharply because the dramatic rise in revenue has still not been enough to cover the state’s ongoing spending.
—Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2026
The loss drops Boise from fourth to seventh place in the USL League One standings after nine matches.
—Idaho Statesman, 12 June 2026
But that number drops to 73% for Gen Z.
—Sari Hitchins, Parents, 11 June 2026
The voting period typically opens an hour or two after the episode drops.
—Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 29 May 2026
Social media drops other people’s lives, bodies and achievements into your morning before your own day has been anchored.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 29 May 2026
Interest in computer science peaks in middle school and then drops sharply.
—Tarika Barrett, Fortune, 29 May 2026
Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 11 June 2026
Combine 2 cups of water, 1 teaspoon of liquid soap, 10 drops of peppermint oil, and 10 drops of garlic extract in a spray bottle and shake well.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 11 June 2026
Few things feel cozier than swapping sneakers for soft slippers mid-flight—especially when the cabin temperature drops and comfort suddenly becomes the priority.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
Reach for natural scent sources like a simmer pot with citrus peel and herbs, fresh greenery or a few drops of essential oil in a diffuser.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 June 2026
Use natural sources such as simmer pots with citrus and herbs, fresh rosemary or eucalyptus, and a few drops of essential oils.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
When those processes fall short, top talent gets overlooked, motivation drops, and high-performing employees who are or have the potential to become great leaders are more likely to leave.
—Liz Elting, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Though the drops of champagne on his upper lip have long dissipated since that 2006 triumph with Carolina, Laviolette returned to the Stanley Cup Final with Philadelphia in 2010 and Nashville in 2017, also winning the Presidents’ Trophy with the New York Rangers in 2024.
—Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 11 June 2026
The latter is no small feat because supersonic speed dramatically changes the aerodynamics of an aircraft, making missile launches or bomb drops extremely difficult, to put it mildly.
—David Szondy
june 04, New Atlas, 4 June 2026
Verb
The gas in your stomach expands as the pressure drops, leaving you bloated.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 12 June 2026
The cost of trying a new idea drops to almost nothing in the same move.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
The Legislative Analyst’s Office, which advises the Legislature on fiscal and policy matters, warned that the state could face deep deficits if the stock market drops sharply because the dramatic rise in revenue has still not been enough to cover the state’s ongoing spending.
—Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2026
The loss drops Boise from fourth to seventh place in the USL League One standings after nine matches.
—Idaho Statesman, 12 June 2026
But that number drops to 73% for Gen Z.
—Sari Hitchins, Parents, 11 June 2026
The voting period typically opens an hour or two after the episode drops.
—Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 29 May 2026
Social media drops other people’s lives, bodies and achievements into your morning before your own day has been anchored.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 29 May 2026
Interest in computer science peaks in middle school and then drops sharply.
—Tarika Barrett, Fortune, 29 May 2026
Noun
The stunt took place just yards from the waterfalls, where fast-moving water rushes toward steep drops.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 11 June 2026
Combine 2 cups of water, 1 teaspoon of liquid soap, 10 drops of peppermint oil, and 10 drops of garlic extract in a spray bottle and shake well.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 11 June 2026
Few things feel cozier than swapping sneakers for soft slippers mid-flight—especially when the cabin temperature drops and comfort suddenly becomes the priority.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
Reach for natural scent sources like a simmer pot with citrus peel and herbs, fresh greenery or a few drops of essential oil in a diffuser.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 June 2026
Use natural sources such as simmer pots with citrus and herbs, fresh rosemary or eucalyptus, and a few drops of essential oils.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
When those processes fall short, top talent gets overlooked, motivation drops, and high-performing employees who are or have the potential to become great leaders are more likely to leave.
—Liz Elting, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Though the drops of champagne on his upper lip have long dissipated since that 2006 triumph with Carolina, Laviolette returned to the Stanley Cup Final with Philadelphia in 2010 and Nashville in 2017, also winning the Presidents’ Trophy with the New York Rangers in 2024.
—Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 11 June 2026
The latter is no small feat because supersonic speed dramatically changes the aerodynamics of an aircraft, making missile launches or bomb drops extremely difficult, to put it mildly.
—David Szondy
june 04, New Atlas, 4 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drops
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Crossing several time zones throws that internal clock out of sync, so your gut’s timing no longer matches your destination.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2026
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Phongam plays off Jittri’s steam-rolling ambition to electrifying results in a rather addictive Thai thriller series that throws a lot of story at ya.—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
11 June 2026
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At times comical, each of these stories swerves and plunges deep into dark truths of human nature.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
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The jump plunges 364ft towards the Zambezi River below.—
Sarah Kingdom,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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Your success stops feeling hollow.—
Chris Schembra,
Rolling Stone,
8 June 2026
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There is no single treatment that stops the allergic march in its tracks, but there are ways to slow its progress.—
Dr. Daniel DiGiacomo,
Boston Herald,
7 June 2026
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The brand channels its Ukrainian roots with beautiful embroidery on traditional silhouettes, then easily shifts into contemporary minimalism with an edge that never abandons its cultural and aesthetic roots.—
Kelsey Legg,
ABC News,
27 May 2026
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But when Spurs are trailing, Romero often abandons his defensive position and goes hunting for the ball, seemingly ignoring tactical instructions.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
25 May 2026
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No two film or TV shoots are alike, as each director and team of department heads have to find their own unique rhythm that falls somewhere on a spectrum between meticulous storyboarding and completely improvising on set.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
6 June 2026
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For elderly patients, prolonged stays in hallways increase the risks of delirium, falls, sleep deprivation, loss of dignity, and prolonged recovery.—
Letters to the Editor,
Hartford Courant,
6 June 2026
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While their devices come with a year of Google AI Pro, valued at $240, upgrading to the premium Gemini AI Ultra tier permanently cancels this bundled subscription.—
Paul Monckton,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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Federal Judge Kathleen Williams of Miami District Court accordingly ordered the case dismissed with prejudice, while noting that the move cancels an upcoming deadline related to her efforts to scrutinize the matter.—
Kevin Breuninger,
CNBC,
27 May 2026
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The agency, established in 1862, produces billions of notes each year and can print up to $1 billion in a single day if needed.—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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The tropical houseplant produces exotic blossoms in shades of red, pink, lavender, white, and orange.—
Kate Nateras,
Architectural Digest,
10 June 2026
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Springtown takes edge in 7-4A race, downs Decatur Springtown got the inside track on the District 7-4A championship after beating Decatur 4-2 in 8 innings on Monday night at Decatur High School.—
Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Apr. 2026
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Greene downs it, throws the kid his jersey, smiles, and all is right with the world.—
Debby Wolfinsohn,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Drops.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drops. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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