Drop in (one's) tracks In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "drop in (one's) tracks", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Julia Huong calendar 2022-02-13 05:02

Meaning of Drop in (one's) tracks

Drop in (one's) tracks verb phrase

To die quickly and unexpectedly

Why do some people drop in their tracks while sleeping, doctor?

She dropped in her tracks in her prime.

To collapse as a result of over-exertion

She dropped in her tracks before crossing the finish line.

Other phrases about:

cave in

To fall suddenly and heavily to the ground

draw (one's) last breath

To die or pass away

hop the twig

1. To pass away

2. To depart suddenly

someone's sun has set

1. One's success has gone down or ended.

2. One has passed away.

Grammar and Usage of Drop in (one's) tracks

Verb Forms

  • to drop in (one's) tracks
  • dropped in (one's) tracks
  • dropping in (one's) tracks
  • drops in (one's) tracks

The verb "drop" should be conjugated according to its tense.

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(right) up your alley

Being perfectly suitable for one's interests or abilities

Example:

Jasmine really loves children, so being a kindergarten teacher would be right up her alley.

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