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my wallet fell down vs i dropped my wallet down

Both phrases are correct, but they convey slightly different meanings. 'My wallet fell down' implies that the wallet dropped on its own, while 'I dropped my wallet down' indicates that the speaker intentionally let the wallet fall. The choice between the two depends on whether the wallet fell accidentally or was dropped on purpose.

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 3293 views

my wallet fell down

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that something (in this case, the wallet) has fallen to the ground or a lower position without intention.

Examples:

  • I was walking and suddenly my wallet fell down from my pocket.
  • My wallet fell down the stairs and I had to pick up all the cards and money.
  • She was holding her wallet loosely and it fell down when she bent over.
  • The wind was so strong that my hat and wallet fell down from the table.
  • I heard a noise and found out that my wallet fell down behind the couch.
  • Yesterday, my wallet fell down from sample jacket which does not have zipper pockets. Fortunately found the wallet from the driver seat door. I am glad that I put  ...
  • Once, while returning home, my wallet fell down in the bus. I was oblivious of it. An hour after I reached home I looked for my wallet in the trouser pocket; but it ...
  • Apr 20, 2015 ... Additionally my wallet fell down regularly. I decided rather quickly in favour of the a bit antiquated, but in Germany still widely used cash, ...
  • Jun 30, 2014 ... I bent over to 'pee' and plonk! my wallet fell down the pan into the murky sludge that was masses of poo and pee and chemicals all mixed ...

Alternatives:

  • My wallet dropped to the ground.
  • My wallet slipped out of my hand.
  • My wallet tumbled down.
  • My wallet plummeted to the floor.
  • My wallet descended to the ground.

i dropped my wallet down

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that the speaker intentionally caused the wallet to fall to a lower position.

Examples:

  • I dropped my wallet down the well to see how deep it was.
  • She accidentally dropped her wallet down the drain while trying to get her keys.
  • He dropped his wallet down the stairs to test the durability of the new case.
  • The child dropped his toy down the slide and ran to catch it at the bottom.
  • I dropped my wallet down the elevator shaft and had to call for help to retrieve it.
  • Feb 16, 2010 ... Dimward - a dumb person. male1: i dropped my wallet down the drain last night, can ya lend me some money? male2: Oh you fucking dimward, ...
  • Dec 14, 2014 ... Always wondered why I did that. I also have weird thoughts i my head like "I wonder what would happen if I dropped my wallet down that drain" ...
  • Mar 22, 2015 ... ... ago * (0 children). glad you like it! keep an eye out for the sequel: "Deep sea phishing 2: fuck, I dropped my wallet down the mariana trench".
  • Jul 27, 2005 ... The Arapahoe asked the Shoshone, "How come you're throwing your watch down there?" The Shoshone replied," I dropped my wallet down ...

Alternatives:

  • I let my wallet fall down.
  • I caused my wallet to drop down.
  • I made my wallet descend.
  • I purposely dropped my wallet down.
  • I intentionally let my wallet fall down.

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