drop it

Example Sentences

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At an arts and parks subcommittee meeting Tuesday morning, some members of the public urged Jurado to act and introduce the ordinance for a vote, while others encouraged her to drop it.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Consumer sentiment has also tumbled, and while that doesn’t always mean actual spending is about to drop, it could foreshadow problems in the months ahead.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

"Dragonflies and damselflies are good indicators of the health of a region. Consequently, when their numbers drop, it could signal the potential degradation of an ecosystem," Koparde says.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

“Hence, if assets bought on margin drop, it takes very little before investors have to raise additional cash to cover the margin calls,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 3, 2026

I couldn’t hold a glass of water without worrying I’d drop it.

From "Tradition" by Brendan Kiely