lose out

verb

lost out; losing out; loses out

intransitive verb

: to fail to win in competition : fail to receive an expected reward or gain

Examples of lose out in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Bad Bunny's guest list proved his music transcends language, borders and cultures − and that whoever isn't caught up on his game is losing out on one of the most influential artists of our time. —Pamela Avila, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2025

Optimism for the incoming season After losing out on last year’s fall season, businesses are hoping milestones like the recent reopening of the Blue Ridge Parkway will encourage more people to visit. —Graham Hurley, CNN Money, 21 Sep. 2025

But, for Zuckerberg, losing out on AI’s potential is a far greater risk than losing money in an AI bubble. —Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2025

Freelancers may never become fully integrated into your company culture, causing the business to lose out on potential brand ambassadors. —Jessica Wong, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1858, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for lose out

• roundabout
• runabout
• sauerkraut
• thereabout
• turnabout
• about
• bailout
• blackout
• blowout
• breakout
• burnout
• buyout