get lost
idiom
informal
—used in speech as a rude or angry way to tell someone to go away
His little sister wanted to tag along with him, but he told her to "get lost."
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Their stories are kind of slow, they get lost a lot.
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Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 16 July 2024
But spend a little time with Born in the Wild's soulful meditations on fame, faith, failed relationships, and self-acceptance, and you'll get lost in the embarrassment of riches.
—Jason Lamphier, EW.com, 14 July 2024
In the unlikely event that your bag does get lost, having these items in your carry-on prevents any major consequences.
—Harrison Pierce, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2024
Gemini May 21 – June 20 Meanings might get lost in your words.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 9 July 2024
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Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 16 July 2024
But spend a little time with Born in the Wild's soulful meditations on fame, faith, failed relationships, and self-acceptance, and you'll get lost in the embarrassment of riches.
—Jason Lamphier, EW.com, 14 July 2024
In the unlikely event that your bag does get lost, having these items in your carry-on prevents any major consequences.
—Harrison Pierce, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2024
Gemini May 21 – June 20 Meanings might get lost in your words.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 9 July 2024
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“Get lost.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/get%20lost. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.
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