drop a bomb
Alternative form of drop a bombshell.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“He dropped a bomb when he said he was moving away.”
“During the quiet dinner, she dropped a bomb by announcing that she was quitting her job immediately.”
“The CEO dropped a bomb during the board meeting, revealing that the company faced bankruptcy despite the positive quarterly reports.”
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a short drop and a sudden stop
A fall to one's death by hanging.
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bomb out
To fail; to produce no or very poor results; to drop out of or be eliminated from a competition.
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Derry and Toms
[Cockney slang]bombs
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don't drop the soap
Used as a mockery to someone who is about to be or should be confined in prison.
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drop a bollock
To make a mistake.
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drop a bombshell
To announce surprising or alarming information suddenly and without warning.
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drop a brick
To commit a faux pas, especially in speech, such as by tactlessly speaking of a subject that should not be mentioned.
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drop a dime
To make a telephone call.
Last updated August 10, 2026