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as in dung
droppings plural
solid matter discharged from an animal's alimentary canal
the only bad part about owning a rabbit was cleaning the droppings out of the litter box every night
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as in cancelation
the act of putting an end to something planned or previously agreed to
the dropping of an act from the talent show should bring it in on time
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as in throwing
to cause to fall intentionally or unintentionally
I dropped the fly ball drop the anchor
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as in plunging
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 stopping
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 abandoning
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 falling
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 cancelling
to put an end to (something planned or previously agreed to)
drop that plan in favor of another
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as in producing
to bring forth from the womb
the cow dropped her calf early this morning
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as in downing
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 losing
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 dripping
to fall or let fall in or as if in drops
the cold glass dropped condensation
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as in paying
to hand over or use up in payment
I dropped $50 on these shoes
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as in mentioning
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 reducing
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 dying
to stop living
during the Black Death people all over Asia and Europe were dropping like flies
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Recent Examples of dropping
Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025
How Miami area ranked Even with dropping rents, Miami is ranked second on the least affordable list, sandwiched between Providence, Rhode Island, at No. 1 least affordable, and New York at No. 3.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 14 Mar. 2025
Authorities previously shared that Betsy, 65, died from hantavirus, a flu-like virus linked to rodent droppings, around one week before Gene, 95, died from severe heart disease, high blood pressure and advanced Alzheimer's disease.
—Rachel McRady, People.com, 13 Mar. 2025
There were over 35 rodent droppings by dry storage where rice, flour and sugar sit; over 15 on a shelf with clean plates; another 15 by a hot water heater; over 10 on the single service item (takeout plates and utensils) storage room floor; and 10 under the three-compartment sink.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2025
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Long attributed some of the dropping enrollment to people moving out of state due to California’s high cost of living.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025
How Miami area ranked Even with dropping rents, Miami is ranked second on the least affordable list, sandwiched between Providence, Rhode Island, at No. 1 least affordable, and New York at No. 3.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 14 Mar. 2025
Authorities previously shared that Betsy, 65, died from hantavirus, a flu-like virus linked to rodent droppings, around one week before Gene, 95, died from severe heart disease, high blood pressure and advanced Alzheimer's disease.
—Rachel McRady, People.com, 13 Mar. 2025
There were over 35 rodent droppings by dry storage where rice, flour and sugar sit; over 15 on a shelf with clean plates; another 15 by a hot water heater; over 10 on the single service item (takeout plates and utensils) storage room floor; and 10 under the three-compartment sink.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dropping
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But be careful not to hit any of the rodents or the rodent dung.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
4 Apr. 2025
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Their young would then hatch from these balls of dung.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2025
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In one set of photos, she is seen wearing a black dress with a plunging neckline from the collection.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
15 Mar. 2025
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The dress featured a plunging neckline and thick straps with a hemline above Cavallari’s knees.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
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It can also be caused by significant stress, surgery, or stopping birth control pills.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
8 Jan. 2025
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The case stemmed from a Groveland police officer in September 2020 stopping a Lyft car for speeding and tag lights that weren’t working.—
Jim Saunders,
Sun Sentinel,
8 Jan. 2025
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Often, stakeholders will advocate for re-prioritizing—not abandoning—ESG commitments.—
Paul Klein,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Both views can to some degree be traced to James Burnham, an influential academic who became an editor at National Review after abandoning communism.—
David Byrne,
National Review,
23 Mar. 2025
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Try to find a place that will block blowing or falling debris.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacramento Bee,
25 Mar. 2025
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That was after falling less than 13,000 fans short of 3 million in 2022.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Mar. 2025
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That dedication to producing top-caliber boats will be critical as Chris-Craft distinguishes itself in the wake-surf market, which is mostly driven by quality.—
Jaclyn Trop,
Robb Report,
24 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, a powerful storm system in the Pacific Ocean is producing extreme waves that are only seen every few years on the West Coast.—
Emily Shapiro,
ABC News,
24 Dec. 2024
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His unit commander, a four-time ace at downing drones, never even played video games.—
David Hambling,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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After downing Memphis in the semifinals, Ed Pinckney, Dwyane McClain and the Wildcats played what would be remembered as the ‘Perfect Game,’ going 22 for 27 from the field and upsetting Patrick Ewing and defending national champion Georgetown in the final, 66-64.—
Kels Dayton,
Hartford Courant,
20 Mar. 2025
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Only the 2021 Hawks (15-21 | 26-10), 2023 Lakers (21-27 | 22-12) and 2024 Mavericks (25-27 | 25-5) had losing records against non-losing teams and made the conference finals.—
Zach Harper,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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When the Penguins are losing by four goals with two minutes remaining in regulation, his mind is always churning, figuring a way for four goals to be scored in two minutes.—
Josh Yohe,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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“Dropping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dropping. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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