Used more often in informal, daily conversations than formal ones.

Casual Settings

Suggests actually going to a place to leave something or someone behind.

Physical Movement

Involves finishing a task, such as delivering something or someone.

Refers to gradually starting to sleep, often unintentionally.

Implies a peaceful or quiet environment that may induce sleep.

Usually not planned, happening in the midst of another activity.

Indicates a situation is becoming less common or less intense over time.

Suggests a gradual process, not an abrupt stop or reduction.

Can indicate a loss of public interest or focus on a topic or event.