drops

Example Sentences

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Crowd commotion hits a heavy metal high and drops steeply to silence.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

Analysts believe the Strait’s reopening benefits oil majors long-term, despite short-term price drops, as it reduces global economic risk.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

We can’t talk about “Beef” without discussing the needle drops.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

“Giving up the need to have your friend be more like you will reduce the likelihood of offering unsolicited advice or radiating silent disapproval,” says Lurtz, “and a huge source of tension just drops away.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

“They’re going to keep her one more night for observation, but she’s breathing without oxygen now. We’ll go to the hospital after your mom drops us at home.”

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila