stop by

verb — 2 senses

stop by

verb

1

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see stop, by.

The car stopped by the side of the road.

2

To pay a visit briefly and informally.

I'll stop by this afternoon to collect it.
On our way back, we should stop by the grocery store.

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