Etymology
Origin of dropping
before 1000; Middle English; Old English droppung. See drop, -ing 1
Example Sentences
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A ball dropping, a defender flailing and a striker as cool as can be, cushioning the ball up and over a stranded goalkeeper.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
The freshman and sophomore years were tough, with some core courses flunking or dropping almost half the students.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
It celebrates the diversity of our country and the children who live here while dropping some history lessons and civics knowledge along the way.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
City had the title in their own hands 15 days ago, but the trip to Everton proved to be a turning point, dropping two points in a thrilling 3-3 draw that Arsenal fully capitalised on.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
Jonah asked, almost dropping his jacket in surprise.
From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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