dropping

Example Sentences

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Luckily, the next morning, air tankers were able to make it to the island, dropping much-needed retardant and water — both under strict parameters to limit environmental damage.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Stock futures were dropping, potentially extending the indexes’ selloff on Friday.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

After dropping Ronaldo to the bench at the 2022 World Cup, the then Portugal manager faced a backlash on social media from members of the forward's family and left his post shortly afterwards.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Fertility rates in the country have been dropping.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

She watched him disappear into the crowd before dropping her line.

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn