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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The child is not a resident of the neighborhood and was visiting his grandmother at the time of the incident.—
Samira Asma-Sadeque,
People.com,
21 Mar. 2025
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Russian drone attack sparks massive blazes in Odesa The strike came shortly before Czech Republic President Petr Pavel visited Odesa on Friday morning, meeting with the city’s leaders and officials from other southern regions.—
Illia Novikov,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Mar. 2025
Noun
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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
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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
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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And Fitzgerald provided the bulk of their offense from the nine-hole, ripping a two-run home run to left-center in the third inning and scoring the go-ahead run in the seventh on Grant McCray’s single up the middle.—
Evan Webeck,
Mercury News,
26 Mar. 2025
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Probably one of the best seven-year runs in the game.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
26 Mar. 2025
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“Drop in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drop%20in. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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