The drop means the surplus has fallen more than 40 percent in the first half of Japan's fiscal year.

Prolonged drops can mean the baby is not getting enough oxygen.

This drop only means that the population will double in 38 years, rather than 31.

The drop in pro bono hours means that the situation is worse than ever.

The drop means that many more people can qualify for mortgages.

A drop in ratings meant that television studios had to give away free advertising time.

The drop in prices meant that bondholders lost about $8.44 for every $1,000 invested.

A drop in short interest means less potential demand.

A drop of that amount would mean the Russian stock market will have sold off roughly 20 percent from highs set earlier this month.

A drop in national savings means that the country as a whole is worse off, even if a favored few grow richer.