Let somebody/something drop
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To stop talking about a subject or stop taking action on it.
I could see she was uncomfortable with the topic, so I decided to let it drop.
Often appears as...
- let the matter drop
- let the idea drop
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To allow someone or something to fall.
He was so tired that he just let the tool drop from his hands.
Often appears as...
- let the book drop
- let the ball drop
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To stop talking about a subject or stop taking action on it.
I could see she was uncomfortable with the topic, so I decided to let it drop.
Often appears as...
- let the matter drop
- let the idea drop
phrase
To allow someone or something to fall.
He was so tired that he just let the tool drop from his hands.
Often appears as...
- let the book drop
- let the ball drop
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Subtle Hint
Can imply agreement to disagree or avoidance of conflict.
The debate was going nowhere, so he nodded and let it drop.
Pro Tip 2/3Relationship Sensitivity
Use it to show tact or sensitivity to others' feelings in conversations.
Seeing her tears, I let the subject drop immediately.
Pro Tip 3/3Conversation Transition
It helps smoothly transition away from an unwanted topic.
We let the topic drop and started discussing our weekend plans.
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