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

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

—U.S. futures were mixed after dropping sharply Friday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

It’ll be dropping to the mid 60s by the end of the game.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

“Your mom left some money and said we could order takeout if we wanted,” Gibby said, waving the menu in the air before dropping it on the nightstand.

From "The First State of Being" by Erin Entrada Kelly