Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
drop-off-the-radar
idiom
/drɒp ɔf ðə ˈreɪdɑr/
Definition
To become less visible or noticeable, often in terms of attention, relevance, or communication.
Examples
- After he moved to a new city, he seemed to drop off the radar, and no one heard from him for months.
- Many small businesses drop off the radar during economic downturns.
Meaning
This phrase refers to someone or something that has ceased to be noticed or acknowledged, implying a decline in prominence or awareness.
Synonyms
- disappear
- fade away
- become invisible
- lose visibility