drop
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Trump’s post triggered a huge drop in oil prices and a jump in the S&P 500 index.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
During a large earthquake, sudden movement along the fault causes pressure inside the fluid-filled rock to drop rapidly.
From Science Daily • May 16, 2026
Anything less than three points for Brighton at Leeds would see Fabian Hurzeler's side drop out of contention, while Andoni Iraola's Bournemouth need at least a point against Manchester City to stay in the hunt.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
The software provider closed at $193.75 on Jan. 6 and at $155.97 on March 16—a 19% drop over the period.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
But he had come too far now to drop the matter.
From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville
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