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dropping

[drop-ing] / ˈdrɒp ɪŋ /


ADJECTIVE
downhill
Synonyms


ADJECTIVE
sinking
Synonyms






NOUN
shedding
Synonyms
STRONG
desquamation exfoliating exuviating molting
WEAK


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A ball dropping, a defender flailing and a striker as cool as can be, cushioning the ball up and over a stranded goalkeeper.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

They released their first single, DJ Interview, in 1986, before dropping their smash hit It Takes Two.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

The stock has been on the decline for more than 18 months, dropping 58% since hitting a record closing high on Oct.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

The freshman and sophomore years were tough, with some core courses flunking or dropping almost half the students.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Jack managed to shake his head no, almost dropping the sword to the ground while doing so.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley




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