dropping

Example Sentences

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Luckily, the next morning, air tankers were able to make it to the island, dropping much-needed retardant and water — both under strict parameters to limit environmental damage.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

It was the first time a woman had won a Wimbledon final with a double bagel - the name given to a victory without dropping a game - since Dorothea Lambert Chambers in 1911.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

More employers are requiring weigh-ins, app tracking and health coaching before approving GLP-1s for losing weight—or dropping coverage altogether.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

It’ll be dropping to the mid 60s by the end of the game.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

The Dahans had scoffed when he’d mentioned it, said he’d have an easier time dropping his accent if he stuck to American programming.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny