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dropping

[drop-ing] / ˈdrɒp ɪŋ /


ADJECTIVE
downhill
Synonyms


ADJECTIVE
sinking
Synonyms






NOUN
shedding
Synonyms
STRONG
desquamation exfoliating exuviating molting
WEAK


Example Sentences

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The nature of the disorder means I still hear my old voice, but it’s constantly dropping to a whisper against my will.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

U.S. home builder confidence fell in April, with the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index dropping to 34 from 38.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Dell and HP were dropping, although they didn’t give back all of their gains prompted by the report.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

This investment follows the long tail of a decrease in defence spending during the last decade, dropping by 22% between 2009 and 2017 - only recently returning to 2010 levels.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Clare tugged his hood farther over his mangled ear and, dropping to all fours, sprang across the street.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman