What is another word for drops by?
Pronunciation: [dɹˈɒps bˈa͡ɪ] (IPA) 
When we say someone "drops by," it usually means they are visiting briefly, unplanned, and informally. However, there are many other phrases that we can use to express this concept. For example, we might say that someone "pops in," "swings by," "stops off," "calls in," "passes through," or "pays a brief visit." These phrases all convey the sense of a short, casual visit. Other options might include "makes a spur-of-the-moment visit," "comes over unannounced," or simply "stops by." Whatever phrase we choose, the important thing is that we are able to convey the same idea of a brief, informal visit with just a few words.
