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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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Gardasil’s revenue continued to decline in the fourth quarter, dropping 34% as sales were further weakened against new, cheaper vaccines in China.

From MarketWatch

She has admitted showing "poor judgement", but the fallout has already begun, with one organisation dropping her as patron for its annual prize.

From BBC

I give Leo a quick hug before I hop in the car with Dad and Auntie Nina, who’s dropping us off at home.

From Literature

At the same time, the research shows clear local damage, with species diversity dropping by about one third along the paths cut by mining equipment.

From Science Daily

He got into the cryptocurrency startup scene early on, after dropping out of New York University.

From The Wall Street Journal