drop
Example Sentences
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The number of disciplinary actions for harassment dropped by nearly 83% to 19.
The data from wells told the story: In one, water levels dropped a staggering 242 feet since the early 1980s.
From Los Angeles Times
An internal analysis found that roughly half of applicants were dropping out during background checks, she said.
From Los Angeles Times
Improved air quality resulting from the industry's decline has been linked to drop in heart disease in the area, according to a study published this month in the journal Atmosphere.
From Barron's
Will Jacks – 2 – Did not bowl, only batted once and dropped a catch, yet can say he was part of a rare England win in Australia.
From BBC
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