The term 'DROPS IN THE AIR' can be solved by two crossword solutions: MIST (4 letters) and MISTS (5 letters). MIST is a collection of tiny water droplets suspended in the air, usually near the ground. It is formed when the air is cooled to its dew point, which causes water vapor to condense into liquid droplets. MIST is often seen in the early morning or evening when the air is cooler. MISTS are similar to mists, but they are composed of larger droplets that are more visible. They are usually created when water droplets are sprayed into the air, such as in a fog machine or a waterfall.