idioms using “drop”

Drop in

To make an unplanned visit

“Sorry for just dropping in on you, but we were in the neighbourhood.”

Drop in the ocean

An extremely insignificant or inconsequential amount

“The government pledged money to aid car manufacturers in the economic crisis but the original fund is a mere drop in the ocean.”

Drop in the bucket

An insignificant or inconsequential amount

“The government is lowering taxes but it is just a drop in the bucket compared to what companies really need.”

Drop everything

To abandon all activities

“We were told to drop everything else and focus on this project only.”

Drop a hint

To gently suggest or mention

“He didn’t say so directly but dropped a hint that he would consider a job offer if we made one.”