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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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2
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
Abby Fribush, Southern Living, 7 Sep. 2025
Six rodent droppings under the dishwasher.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
So, if the 10-year keeps dropping, in theory mortgage rates could drop and buying a home could be a bit easier.
—Erik Sherman, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Bird droppings are also common on feeders, which can increase the spread of avian diseases among the bird population.
—Abby Fribush, Southern Living, 7 Sep. 2025
Six rodent droppings under the dishwasher.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
Since then, Gastelum has remained at 185, most recently dropping a unanimous decision to Joe Pyfer on the UFC 316 card in June.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
So, if the 10-year keeps dropping, in theory mortgage rates could drop and buying a home could be a bit easier.
—Erik Sherman, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dropping
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And like the wildebeest, bison dung packs a nutritional punch when deposited across the landscape.—
Madison Dapcevich,
Outside,
29 Aug. 2025
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Decades before Colorado’s best singers, dancers and actors graced the Ellie Caulkins Opera House in downtown Denver, workers pushed brooms across the stage to clean up elephant dung, rodeo sawdust, and blood spatters from boxing matches.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
28 Aug. 2025
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As well as job displacement, AI risks deepening wealth inequality—concentrating the gains among those who own or are able to leverage its abilities, while throwing the remainder into the same basket of the formerly employable unemployed.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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In the show, following Conrad's surprise arrival in Paris the day before Belly's 22nd birthday, the pair spent some time together sightseeing before heading to the party Belly's Parisian friends were throwing her.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
17 Sep. 2025
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The pair dressed up to the nines for the occasion, with Sperry, 32, wearing an elegant light pink Monique Lhuillier gown with a low-plunging back that draped to the floor and pooled around her feet.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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But 26% also said plunging demand in the wake of Trump’s policies caused cancellations, with 16% specifically citing tariffs.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
10 Sep. 2025
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To my surprise, Gary Friedman, the CEO and visionary behind the brand, was in the restaurant, casually moving between tables and greeting guests before graciously stopping at ours.—
Erica Wertheim Zohar,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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One video was a loop showing the moment of impact in slow-motion, stopping before blood is seen.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
11 Sep. 2025
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This doesn't mean making reckless career moves or abandoning job security without proper planning.—
Kara Dennison,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Since arriving at Starbucks during a time of turmoil, Niccol, a former top executive at Chipotle, has tried to rebuild personal connections with customers through initiatives like abandoning pickup-only shops and adjusting the interior design of stores.—
Eric Jackson,
Sportico.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Crafted in Ireland, the coach features dark brown panels adorned with golden scrollwork and a gilded roof, offering shelter from the light rain falling over Berkshire.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry
Shane Croucher
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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With the last night of Hanukkah and Christmas Eve falling on the same day this year – something that rarely happens – the reverend and rabbi choose to offer a joint service for their congregations.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Jack Cultivated a Tangible Vision Jack had a clear vision for producing a unique style of whiskey.—
Chip Bell,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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That’s Liberty and the oil industry aim to survive for longer—fewer trucks, fewer rigs and fleets, fewer people, fewer emissions—fewer of everything, while producing the same or greater results.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
14 Sep. 2025
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Frankenberg is developing missile systems capable of downing drones at lower cost -- 10 times less than current methods, Salm said.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
10 Sep. 2025
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Similarly, General Cherry, a Ukrainian defense company, has developed an interceptor priced at $1,000, which has been credited with downing more than 300 Russian drones.—
Vikram Mittal,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Dropping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dropping. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.
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