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Definition of drop outnext
as in to withdraw

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noun

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as in idler

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as in leaver

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Recent Examples of drop out
Verb
At least the two lead actresses have chemistry with one another, and the much less experienced Dialo holds her own, despite having gotten the part at the last minute after another actor had to drop out. — Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 16 July 2026 Kalena Bruce, who was also seeking the nomination for the 4th District, called on non-resident candidates to drop out of the race. — Jack Harvel july 15, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026
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Additionally, the researchers did not specify the exact dropout rates or detail how the routine might affect seniors who already relied on assistive devices like walkers or canes. — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 23 June 2026 So says the pilot of Suits, a legal drama about Mike Ross, a college dropout who becomes a law associate under the mentorship of Harvey Specter, one of the top closers in New York City. — Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for drop out
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drop out
  1. withdraw
  2. idler
  3. leaver
  4. quit
  5. quitter
  6. traitor
  7. slouch
  8. rebel
Verb
  • The plan also calls for Israel to withdraw from the territory in phases, under a timetable that needs to be finalized, the officials said.
    — Emma Nicholson, CBS News, 31 July 2026
  • Hamas wants Israel to commit to ending attacks on Gaza and withdrawing its forces.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 31 July 2026
Definition of withdraw
Noun
  • Their name exudes the essence of an idler and slacker, but women’s loafers themselves are quite the opposite.
    — Gaby Keiderling, Harper's BAZAAR, 19 Jan. 2023
  • This represents the loss of an idea of what the capital should represent, the removal of a place that was an idler’s haven.
    — Anandi Mishra, The Atlantic, 30 July 2022
Definition of idler
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  • Several aspects of the turnover process affect the likelihood that a leaver will recommend their former firm.
    — Joseph Brazel, Forbes.com, 19 Jan. 2026
Definition of leaver
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  • Conflict began in the country in 2013 after mostly Muslim rebels seized power and forced then President François Bozizé to quit.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Garcia quit her job as a pharmacy tech to help manage her son's behavior.
    — Larry Seward, CBS News, 31 July 2026
Definition of quit
Noun
  • Some critics showed little sympathy, describing her as a quitter.
    — Scott Parrott, The Conversation, 26 May 2026
  • My cat, Boris, is not a quitter.
    — Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 29 Apr. 2026
Definition of quitter
Noun
  • His tenure was upended by the arrest of Aldrich Ames, a CIA traitor.
    — Bob Drogin, Washington Post, 22 July 2026
  • In reality, the big debate has been about questions such as whether military bases should be named for traitors and whether governments should host monuments to a rebellion to defend slavery.
    — David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 21 July 2026
Definition of traitor
Noun
  • That said, the Galaxy Watch 9 is no slouch in terms of durability.
    — Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 24 July 2026
  • Mark himself was no slouch in either arena, leading major wins for the Bruins over his tenure and leaving with a 17-5 record.
    — Alex Apatoff, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026
Definition of slouch
Noun
  • The rebels, meanwhile, saw a golden opportunity to reopen an airspace long shut by Saudi Arabia.
    — Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The group is led by Iyad Ag Ghaly, a veteran of the Tuareg rebel group and a former Malian diplomat.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 31 July 2026
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