plop down
phrasal verb
plopped down; plopping down; plops down
informal
1
: to sit or lie down in a heavy or careless way
They plopped down on the floor.
He plopped himself down in the chair.
2
: to drop or place (something or someone) in a heavy or careless way
He plopped the tray down.
3
US
: to pay or spend (money)
I can't afford to just plop down $30 for a T-shirt.
He'd already plopped a lot of money down for legal fees.
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The Porsche, while more refined, is also a real treat to plop down into, hear the guttural anger of its 4.0 across the entire rev band, and generally enjoy in any scenario.
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Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
Kuechly once again had a pick-6 interception — and this time a Panthers fan standing in the end zone toppled over the railing and plopped down right in front of him.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 16 July 2025
Even adults can’t resist plopping down and helping build with them.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 7 July 2025
To Aaliyah's surprise, Narla walked her way over to the front door and plopped down.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 July 2025
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Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
Kuechly once again had a pick-6 interception — and this time a Panthers fan standing in the end zone toppled over the railing and plopped down right in front of him.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 16 July 2025
Even adults can’t resist plopping down and helping build with them.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 7 July 2025
To Aaliyah's surprise, Narla walked her way over to the front door and plopped down.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for plop down
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“Plop down.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/plop%20down. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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