as in to visit
to make a brief visit
drop in any time—we're always home
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as in visitor
a person who visits another
we're having open house for New Year's, and drop-ins are welcome to come and go as they please
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Recent Examples of drop in
Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 24 Feb. 2025
The seamless front is secure and camel toe-free, the drop-in side pocket on the right leg conveniently stores my phone, and the elastane and recycled polyester-blend fabric are wicking and breathable even in 95-degree Fahrenheit yoga classes.
—The Editors, Outside Online, 13 Feb. 2025
The standout feature is the supportive footbed combined with a convenient drop-in heel, allowing for nearly hands-free slip-on and -off — a lifesaver for quickly getting out the door.
—Will Porter, Travel + Leisure, 12 Feb. 2025
Duggan said the city increased the number of shelters and drop-in beds ahead of the winter but wants to ensure people know what services are available.
—Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 11 Feb. 2025
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Noun
But the show's newest season may have outdone itself, pulling off a particularly sneaky drop-in.
—Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 24 Feb. 2025
The seamless front is secure and camel toe-free, the drop-in side pocket on the right leg conveniently stores my phone, and the elastane and recycled polyester-blend fabric are wicking and breathable even in 95-degree Fahrenheit yoga classes.
—The Editors, Outside Online, 13 Feb. 2025
The standout feature is the supportive footbed combined with a convenient drop-in heel, allowing for nearly hands-free slip-on and -off — a lifesaver for quickly getting out the door.
—Will Porter, Travel + Leisure, 12 Feb. 2025
Duggan said the city increased the number of shelters and drop-in beds ahead of the winter but wants to ensure people know what services are available.
—Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 11 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drop in
Verb
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That’s why astrophotographers will likely visit dark sky destinations to take wide-angle shots of the sky and landscapes below, though close-ups through telescopes are possible from any location on the night side of Earth.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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The Vatican's secretary of state, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, and the substitute for general affairs of the secretary of state, Archbishop Penna Parra, visited the Pope in the hospital to update him on church and world matters on Sunday, according to the Vatican.—
Phoebe Natanson,
ABC News,
9 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Vehicles are permitted when the main gates are open, so that visitors with mobility issues can also enjoy the park.—
Pamela Brown,
Hartford Courant,
18 Mar. 2025
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Isaac is approached by a mysterious visitor, Yagharek, a garuda (a bird-like humanoid) who has been stripped of his wings as punishment for an unknown crime.—
Rob Salkowitz,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Well, two of them anyway — guest Jessica St. Claire will fill in for co-host Raphael in Denver, promoters said.—
John Wenzel,
The Denver Post,
20 Mar. 2025
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The couple doled out petite golden bee pins for all the guests to wear, People reports − Joan's inspiration and favorite animal.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA TODAY,
20 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The inaugural run in 2024 drew about 1,000 participants, according to a news release.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2025
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Unlike its predecessor, the new TV event will run in two adjacent Italian seaside resort towns, Riccione and Rimini, with dates set for June 21-28.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
13 Mar. 2025
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“Drop in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drop%20in. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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