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