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Definition

To arrive casually and unannounced, with little or no warning; also, to visit without an appointment.

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In Context

  • "I was in the garden covered with mud when my grandmother dropped in for a visit."
  • "We made an odd party before the arrival of the Ten, particularly when the Celebrity dropped in for lunch or dinner."
  • "And so you felt like droppin’ in and just expect me to be free / Well, now I'm saving all my lovin’ for someone who's lovin’ me"
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Also Said As

  • drop by
  • pop in
  • stop by
  • stop in