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drop-in

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noun

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
Noun
There will also be a few drop-in shows on certain days, according to the library’s website. Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2025 Laminate countertops house a deep drop-in kitchen sink and Boxabl has even gone so far as to include USB outlets in the kitchen for charging your small electronics. New Atlas, 2 Feb. 2025 Designed with adjustable Velcro suspenders, drop-in thigh pockets, and a range of zippers that make the process of putting the bibs on and taking them off relatively easy, the ski bibs take into account nearly every situation and weather condition. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2025 In Brooklyn, a 30-minute drop-in to feed and play with your cat can cost less than $20 a visit. Liz Knueven, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for drop in
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drop in
Verb
  • Please visit the Code of Conduct page for additional information.
    Jeff Zrebiec, The Athletic, 25 Feb. 2025
  • Passengers will visit Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic, San Juan, Puerto Rico, and Royal Caribbean’s private Bahamas destination, Perfect Day at CocoCay.
    Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 25 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • While the summer buzz is replaced by a calmer, more intimate vibe, winter visitors can still enjoy cultural attractions, winter walks, and cozy dining experiences.
    David Nikel, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025
  • Still, visitors can take advantage of its Caribbean-like waters and white-sand beaches during the day.
    Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • These indulgent pieces capture the show’s essence of paradise, though unlike the guests at The White Lotus, your nights are guaranteed to be scandal-free.
    Pooja Shah, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
  • On top of that, these parents are making a big assumption about their guests’ financial situation.
    Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 24 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • The Aztecs trailed by 18 in the first meeting with Wyoming and responded with a 20-0 run in the second half.
    Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Mar. 2025
  • Florida first lady Casey DeSantis, the wife of Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL), hinted at a gubernatorial run in 2026.
    Annabella Rosciglione, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 1 Mar. 2025

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