Drum (something) into (someone’s) head
To make someone learn something by force.The teacher worked hard to drum the formulas into the heads of the students.
Drum up (something) / drum (something) up
To encourage something by making an effort.The company was able to drum up a lot of business during the summer.
Drowning in (something)
To be submerged in something, to be overwhelmed with something.The man is drowning in debt and has no money. I am drowning in work this week.
Drown (someone) out / drown out (someone)
To make so much noise that it is impossible to hear someone.The cheering fans drowned out the team captain.
Drown one`s sorrows
To drink alcohol or do something to forget one`s problems.The man is drowning his sorrows with a drink.
Drop the subject
To stop talking about something.My friend was getting angry while we were talking about money so I decided to drop the subject.
Drop the price (of something)
To lower the price of something.The computer company will drop the price of computers next month.
Drop the ball
To make an error or mistake, to handle things badly.The government dropped the ball with its decision to expand the airport runway without... Read more →
Drop (someone) a line
To write or mail a note or letter to someone.My friend promised that she will drop me a line when she gets to Singapore.
Draw up (something) / draw (something) up
To put something in writing, to prepare documents or legal papers.They were able to draw up the contract while we were waiting.