Phrasal Verb - Dropping Down
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.Definition
The phrasal verb 'drop down' is a separating action where something, usually prices or levels, decrease by a notable amount. This can refer to changes in stock market prices, personal expenses, costs associated with products or services, or reduction in a level such as a digital level meter.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | The market prices dropped down significantly due to poor economic forecasts. |
| 2 | After the price hike, many people started to shop around and prices began dropping down. |
| 3 | The company reduced its prices and dropped down to the lower end of the scale. |
| 4 | Following the increase in taxes, our personal expenses dropped down sharply. |
| 5 | She was looking forward to her promotion but decided not to because another job opportunity dropped down from a prestigious company. |
| 6 | Their living costs dropped down dramatically after they moved to a new neighborhood. |
| 7 | He just received an offer for a higher salary and was hesitant to accept because the other applicant dropped back down and reconsidered the offer. |
| 8 | After the criticism, the prices dropped down dramatically due to the deviation from quality |
| 9 | Their gaming platform dropped down the price of its subscription service to stay competitive. |
| 10 | The temperature dropped down overnight because of the cold air mass that moved into the region. |