drop in informal (to visit someone unexpectedly) You’re welcome to drop in whenever you wish. I might drop in for a chat this afternoon. envocabulary.com
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drop back (to move or fall to a lower position) Mike was in the lead but has now dropped back to third place. My business’s revenue has started to drop back to previous levels. It would be too costly for us to drop behind our competitors. Also: drop behind …
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grow definition grow (to get bigger or taller): Children grow very quickly. (increase in size or number): Sales and profits continue to grow. (to cultivate or produce): I grow my own vegetables in the garden. (to expand or develop in ability or knowledge): He practices regularly to grow his …
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abuse (to use something for the wrong purpose or for your own advantage) She consistently voices her opposition to those who abuse their power. He repeatedly abused his position getting other people to do things for him. misuse (to use something incorrectly, or in a way that was …
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afflict (cause suffering; distress) The disease has afflicted hundreds in the region. He was afflicted by the death of his mother. inflict (to make suffer something unpleasant or painful) Years of war inflicted considerable damage on the economy. The fences equipped with razor blades inflicted serious injuries on …
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