drop zone

American  

noun

1. an area into which paratroopers, soldiers, or supplies are landed from aircraft for a military operation. DZ

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Etymology

Origin of drop zone

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

Spurs stand one point off the drop zone after interim manager Igor Tudor lost his third game in succession after replacing the sacked Thomas Frank.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

They are 17th in the top flight, three points above the drop zone, after two wins in their last 10 games.

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026

League leaders Bayern had dropped just four of a possible 54 points so far this campaign and faced a struggling Augsburg who were dangling near the drop zone, having already sacked coach Sandro Wagner.

From Barron's • Jan. 24, 2026

Girona rose to 12th, four points clear of the drop zone, thanks to Vladyslav Vanat's clever flicked finish which earned them a 1-0 win over Osasuna.

From Barron's • Jan. 10, 2026

Now, close to the drop zone, Alex felt almost disappointed.

From "Stormbreaker" by Anthony Horowitz