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drop off

[drop-awf, -of] / ˈdrɒpˌɔf, -ˌɒf /








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Volumes were expected to drop off earlier than usual this year after many retailers brought in merchandise early to get ahead of potential new tariffs.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026

She added the fall in valuation "does reflect that drop off in investor appetite for Shein's shares".

From Barron's ● Sep. 1, 2026

This was the problem that led to Norris challenging Russell in the early laps of the sprint, only for his pace to drop off dramatically at about one-third distance.

From BBC ● Aug. 22, 2026

“Cyclospora cases usually drop off towards the latter end of the summer,” Johnston said.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 30, 2026

"All right, here we are. I'm going to run in and drop off that tray of food. Don't open the door to anyone, got it?"

From "The Sky at Our Feet" by Nadia Hashimi




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