want out of

verb

wanted out of; wanting out of; wants out of
: to want to no longer be included in (something)
She wants out of the deal, but it's too late.

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The first game of the 2026 NBA finals was everything fans could want out of playoff basketball. Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 4 June 2026 While the University of Hawaii Foundation wants out of downtown Denver, another university foundation wants in. Thomas Gounley, Denver Post, 25 May 2026 The McShays, led by Luke (Scott Speedman), have been rivals of the Gordons and want out of their lease. Erin Jensen, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026 Of course, the youthful rock star vibe is what fans want out of the tour. Jed Gottlieb, Boston Herald, 19 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for want out of

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“Want out of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/want%20out%20of. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.

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