as in decreases
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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Recent Examples of drop-offs
Ride-share drivers angle for drop-offs.
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Andrew Chrismer, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
Legislators passed an emergency certification bill in February that increases fines for fraudulent redemption, requires redemption centers to keep track of bulk drop-offs and allows local police to go after out-of-state violators.
—Angela Eichhorst, Hartford Courant, 30 Apr. 2026
White House spokesman Kush Desai noted on social media that egg prices had declined 44% since last March, while prices for sports tickets, butter, televisions and used cars also saw meaningful drop-offs.
—Rob Wile, NBC news, 10 Apr. 2026
So, matching sets are my grab-and-go solution for everything from school drop-offs to weekend errands.
—Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
How do Amazon shoppers return items at these store drop-offs?
—Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 26 Mar. 2026
Many promise drop-offs in under an hour.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 17 Mar. 2026
These picks handle workout classes, school drop-offs, and weekend hangs with ease.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 16 Mar. 2026
While motorcycle and traffic officers keep celebrity drop-offs moving, other officers will be scanning the area for threats from the ground, rooftops, and the air, the sources said.
—Alex Stone, ABC News, 15 Mar. 2026
Andrew Chrismer, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
Legislators passed an emergency certification bill in February that increases fines for fraudulent redemption, requires redemption centers to keep track of bulk drop-offs and allows local police to go after out-of-state violators.
—Angela Eichhorst, Hartford Courant, 30 Apr. 2026
White House spokesman Kush Desai noted on social media that egg prices had declined 44% since last March, while prices for sports tickets, butter, televisions and used cars also saw meaningful drop-offs.
—Rob Wile, NBC news, 10 Apr. 2026
So, matching sets are my grab-and-go solution for everything from school drop-offs to weekend errands.
—Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
How do Amazon shoppers return items at these store drop-offs?
—Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 26 Mar. 2026
Many promise drop-offs in under an hour.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 17 Mar. 2026
These picks handle workout classes, school drop-offs, and weekend hangs with ease.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 16 Mar. 2026
While motorcycle and traffic officers keep celebrity drop-offs moving, other officers will be scanning the area for threats from the ground, rooftops, and the air, the sources said.
—Alex Stone, ABC News, 15 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drop-offs
Noun
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Because people notice price increases more often than price decreases.—
Hemant K. Bhargava,
Boston Herald,
23 May 2026
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The energy burned from exercise decreases after around 10% weight loss.—
Kim Pfotenhauer,
The Conversation,
22 May 2026
Noun
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However, greater reductions are needed to slow climate change, which would require developing additional, more effective strategies.—
Hanqin Tian,
Fortune,
25 May 2026
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Residents can expect winds to be west-southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph and humidity rH reductions to 10-20% this afternoon.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
25 May 2026
Noun
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From there, observe any dents, soft spots or cracks.—
Alexandra Frost,
USA Today,
25 May 2026
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Hail damage can be subtle — granule loss and small dents that shorten a roof’s life without obvious leaks.—
Ryan Brennan
May 15,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2026
Noun
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Béis has expanded its offerings over the last few years to include kid-friendly luggage, stylish diaper bags, gym bags, commuter totes, and even fun, limited-edition color drops and collaborations.—
Meaghan Kenny,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 May 2026
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This is not a shy whiskey, but a few drops of water round off the heat and let more citrus and vanilla shine through.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
Noun
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Oil prices, however, remained volatile, resuming their rally after three straight sessions of declines as investors weighed mixed messaging on Iran peace deal negotiations.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
22 May 2026
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Schools that derive the lion’s share of their revenue from tuition are more vulnerable to enrollment declines and price competition.—
Matt Schifrin,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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