plopped

Example Sentences

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It plopped itself into the middle of the fight last week, saying that Warner was legally and ethically bound to re-engage with Paramount in search of a higher payout for stockholders.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026

I plopped myself into a chair near the front of Gate 18D on Jan. 25 at Sacramento International Airport, taking a final swig of my 32-oz Diet Coke.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026

When the decorating was done, we plopped on the couch and looked at our tree with wonder.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 23, 2025

"If I were plopped down here in this forest with no food and no medicine, I doubt that I'd be able to survive very long, especially if I were injured or sick."

From BBC • May 14, 2025

After lunch, I had pre-algebra and plopped into my chair hoping it would pass quickly so I could start my weekend.

From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence