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  • present participle of drop.
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dropping

[drop-ing] / ˈdrɒp ɪŋ /


ADJECTIVE
downhill
Synonyms


ADJECTIVE
sinking
Synonyms






NOUN
shedding
Synonyms
STRONG
desquamation exfoliating exuviating molting
WEAK


Example Sentences

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Investigators say he was in the area working as an Uber driver and dropping off passengers on New Year’s Eve near an area where he formerly lived.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

With as many as one in eight U.S. adults now taking the drugs, more employers are requiring weigh-ins and health coaching before covering GLP-1s for weight loss—or dropping coverage altogether.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

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

Korda secured the win with a 34-inch par putt on the 18th hole, with the ball circling around the back lip before dropping in.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

“Oh, Merriweather,” Phillip said softly, dropping to his knees and bowing his head.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley




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