droop

Example Sentences

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Six overs in, England were 83-0 and it already felt the like the match was over as a contest as the shoulders of those wearing maroon started to droop.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2025

In the spring, maroon flowers droop from the branches.

From Salon • Aug. 14, 2024

The dancers droop and drag when they’re alone, anxiously turning in on themselves as though they might like to disappear entirely.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 1, 2024

However, many established approaches for green LEDs are plagued with "efficiency droop" at high current densities.

From Science Daily • Jan. 23, 2024

After a while, I hear his breathing grow steady and see his head droop, and I know he’s fallen asleep.

From "Legend" by Marie Lu