opt out
verb
opted out; opting out; opts out
: to choose not to participate in something
—often used with of
opted out of the project
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Reduce paper clutter by opting out of paper statements and being mindful of online orders.
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Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 30 Jan. 2026
As women increasingly opt out of having kids, their time is freed up to travel, make greater strides in their careers, invest in their self-care and, in turn, show up for the people in their lives.
—Ashley Simpo, Parents, 30 Jan. 2026
The technology resembles facial recognition systems used at airports, but unlike airport screenings, where travelers are typically notified and can sometimes opt out, Martinez said he was given no choice.
—Garance Burke, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
On an equal distribution basis, each class member would receive $363, assuming none opt out.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 29 Jan. 2026
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Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 30 Jan. 2026
As women increasingly opt out of having kids, their time is freed up to travel, make greater strides in their careers, invest in their self-care and, in turn, show up for the people in their lives.
—Ashley Simpo, Parents, 30 Jan. 2026
The technology resembles facial recognition systems used at airports, but unlike airport screenings, where travelers are typically notified and can sometimes opt out, Martinez said he was given no choice.
—Garance Burke, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
On an equal distribution basis, each class member would receive $363, assuming none opt out.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 29 Jan. 2026
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“Opt out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/opt%20out. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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