He dropped the bomb about his resignation during dinner.
drop the bomb
idiomto reveal dramatic and unexpected news that changes a situation completely
She waited until the end of the meeting to drop the bomb that the entire project was being cancelled.
Just as the family began to celebrate the anniversary, he dropped the bomb that he intended to move across the country the following month.
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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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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 bomb
Alternative form of drop a bombshell.
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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.