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drop by

 
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drop
part of speech: phrase
definition: If your friend drops by, they stop for a quick visit at your house. There might not be any real plan for the visit and you may be surprised to see them. Sometimes people drop by at some place just because it is on their way somewhere.
Mrs. Tam was a bit busy when her friend dropped by, so they couldn't spend much time together.Mr. Jay had some time, so he dropped by the post office on his way home and bought some stamps.