Meaning of drop-by | Babel Free

Definitions

A brief visit, especially (politics) for the purpose of attracting voters or motivating one's staff.

Examples

“About all George had scheduled during these long hours were a few delegation drop-bys, a duty he shared with other party luminaries, to motivate⟳ the troops for the fall⟳ campaign.”

“[…] might be off to talk⟳ at a West Point⟳ graduation, return⟳ to Washington to speak⟳ to an assemblage of liberal city mayors, and conclude⟳ by making a few remarks to members of a political action committee that has been scheduled as a "drop-by."”

“Bush managed well, what with Wednesday morning breakfasts and occasional drop-bys at their offices. These private meetings were where differences were aired and settlements started to be fashioned.”

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