How to Use stop by in a Sentence

stop by

verb
  • Then stop by the cafe to pick up a copy, and maybe a sandwich or three.
    — Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
  • The public can stop by for assistance and to spend the night.
    — Forum News Service, Twin Cities, 17 May 2026
  • He was stopped by a flight attendant and told to return to his seat.
    — Drew Pittock, USA Today, 3 June 2026
  • Transit workers stopped by on their lunch breaks to take pictures.
    — Nick Friedell, New York Times, 3 June 2026
  • Then, stop by the snack stand for hamburgers, pizza, ice cream and more.
    — Alexandra Maloney june 9, Charlotte Observer, 9 June 2026
  • His election was stopped by gunfire, two months later.
    — Roberto Andrés, The Dial, 28 May 2026
  • What was a crowd over the weekend is now a few people stopping by every hour.
    — Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 18 June 2026
  • At the door, I was stopped by an elderly woman.
    — Amer Matar, The Dial, 26 May 2026
  • The risks were maybe getting stopped by a police officer or two.
    — Louis Martinez, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
  • Fans of the films—and anyone with young kids—will want to stop by Cars on the Route.
    — Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 18 June 2026
  • Ashley and Austin have stopped by their boss’ house to return his lost wallet.
    — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 17 Apr. 2026
  • Cody couldn’t get enough of the goings-on at the station when the two would stop by to drop off cassettes.
    — Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
  • And judging by the steady stream of locals who stop by, that approach seems to be working.
    — Tristan Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026
  • Luke’s speeder is stopped by Stormtroopers and they are questioned.
    — Mike Ryan, IndieWire, 4 May 2026
  • Back near his barn, a few people stop by to say hello and some even wish him well in the primary.
    — Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 2 May 2026
  • Bar Tab Taran Dugal stops by a bookish dive bar.
    — Zoë Hopkins, New Yorker, 29 May 2026
  • Everyone will want to stop by for a chat when the resting spot is this comfortable.
    — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
  • Moore was unaware of the pending closure, but had stopped by after a long absence.
    — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 June 2026
  • The overflow was stopped by closing a valve, and a bypass was set up to allow for repairs.
    — Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 1 June 2026
  • Cristopher Sánchez joined, and Andrew Painter briefly stopped by.
    — Charlotte Varnes, New York Times, 15 May 2026
  • The court document said Height was arguing with the male when the male stopped by to pick up a pair of shoes.
    — Nick Lentz, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
  • Claiborne stopped by her office almost daily.
    — Alec Lewis, New York Times, 29 May 2026
  • The shop offered the special treat to patrons who stopped by with their four-legged friends on Wednesday night.
    — Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 10 June 2026
  • Thanks for stopping by the State Convention!
    — Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
  • New York State has hundreds of cooling centers where people can stop by and cool off.
    — Renee Anderson, CBS News, 29 June 2026
  • The free event is set to bring a night full of lowriders, classic cars, local vendors, food and music to all who stop by.
    — Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 21 May 2026
  • Penny, looking like death warmed over after her recent miscarriage, briefly stops by for old time’s sake.
    — Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 13 May 2026
  • Zoe Saldaña and Penélope Cruz stopped by around midnight.
    — Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 24 May 2026
  • Her one must-do in town is making a stop by The Sea Ranch Lodge for a meal or a walk.
    — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026
  • Judges will stop by on June 24 to view decorations and displays.
    — Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026

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