DROP (OFF) Synonyms: 116 Similar and Opposite Words

drop (off) 1 of 2

verb

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as in to decrease

to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually my interest in photography has dropped off over the years

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drop-off

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noun

ˈdräp-ˌȯf

as in decrease

the amount by which something is lessened the drop-off in movie attendance was the greatest in more than a decade

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The road is paved, so the only challenge is the twists and turns (and steep drop-offs) along the way. —

Laura Daniella Sepulveda, The Arizona Republic, 1 Nov. 2024 That would mark a sharp drop-off from the surprisingly strong preliminary estimate of 254,000 jobs added in September. —

Alicia Wallace, CNN, 31 Oct. 2024 Both American Airlines' example of managing early boarders and Dunedin's request to keep the drop-off zone at its airport fast and loose come down to the etiquette of flying. —

Alex Ledsom, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024 Neither rideshare app has set prices, so check the Uber or Lyft app to determine your fare depending on your pick-up and drop-off location. —

Karen Norian, Travel + Leisure, 30 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for drop (off)

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