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UK//drɒp ðɛm naʊ//US//drɑp ðɛm naʊ//

Meaning of Drop them now

To let go of objects you are holding immediately.

In simple words: Put them down immediately.

Drop them now in a sentence

  • When the alarm rang, I yelled at them, 'Drop them now!'
  • In the game, players must 'Drop them now' to win points.
  • The coach shouted, 'Drop them now!' during the training drill.
  • If you're too tired, just 'Drop them now' and rest.
  • 'Drop them now', he insisted, meaning the dangerous items.

How to use Drop them now

Used in casual conversation, usually directing someone to stop holding or carrying something. Not suitable for formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone command

Memory hint

Imagine someone hastily letting go of a heavy backpack when told to 'drop them now'.

Related words

Collocations with Drop them now

  • drop them quickly
  • drop them immediately
  • drop them safely

Synonyms for Drop them now

Common mistakes with Drop them now

  • 'Drop them' may be confused with 'pick them up' in instructions.
  • Misunderstanding 'now' as flexible rather than immediate.
  • Omitting 'them' which changes the meaning.

Compare Drop them now with Release, Discard

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Frequently asked questions about Drop them now

What does Drop them now mean?

Put them down immediately.

What is the definition of Drop them now?

To let go of objects you are holding immediately.

How do you use Drop them now in a sentence?

When the alarm rang, I yelled at them, 'Drop them now!'

Can you give another example of Drop them now?

In the game, players must 'Drop them now' to win points.

What are synonyms for Drop them now?

Common alternatives include put down, release, let go, discard, drop off.

What words go with Drop them now?

It commonly pairs with drop them quickly, drop them immediately, drop them safely.

What are common mistakes when using Drop them now?

'Drop them' may be confused with 'pick them up' in instructions. Misunderstanding 'now' as flexible rather than immediate. Omitting 'them' which changes the meaning.

How do you pronounce Drop them now?

US: //drɑp ðɛm naʊ//, UK: //drɒp ðɛm naʊ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Drop them now formal or informal?

"Drop them now" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Drop them now?

Used in casual conversation, usually directing someone to stop holding or carrying something. Not suitable for formal contexts.