drop initial
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of drop initial
An Americanism dating back to 1950–55
Example Sentences
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He’s already helped force Biden to drop initial plans to create free community college, provide new dental and vision Medicare benefits and to fine energy producers that don’t wean themselves off carbon-heavy fuels.
From Seattle Times
The risks related to the pending lawsuits caused VW to drop initial plans for a merger with Porsche's holding company.
From Reuters
The risks related to pending lawsuits caused VW to drop initial plans for a merger with Porsche's holding company.
From Reuters
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