
Drop away
Physical Decline
Used to describe a literal downward movement or decline in landscapes or objects.
The path was steep, the ground dropped away quickly.
Market Context
Used in financial settings to denote a decrease in value or price.
After the announcement, the company's stock dropped away sharply.
Not Literal
Sometimes used metaphorically to describe a feeling of sinking or losing one's position.
After the rejection, his confidence dropped away.
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