idioms using “ drop”

Drop like a hot potato

To stop something immediately

“The planned government project was dropped like a hot potato when the costs were revealed.”

Drop in

To stop by without prior notice

“Next time you are in the neighborhood, please drop in.”

Name dropper

A person who mentioned names of famous or important people as if they were personal friends in order to impress others

“Smith-san is a name dropper, which is annoying, but he is a reliable worker.”

Drop a bundle

Spend a lot of money

“The investors dropped a bundle on the shopping center and entertainment complex.”

At the drop of a hat

Instantly, immediately

“The company advertises that they will assist you at the drop of a hat, but actually, they are quite slow to respond.”