dropping out

present participle of drop out

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for dropping out
withdrawing
Verb
  • There is no penalty for withdrawing funds after 65 for non-medical expenses, but the withdrawals will be taxable.
    Elliot Raphaelson, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 June 2026
  • Israel’s military will continue to carry out operations in Lebanon for the time being and will not be withdrawing from the country, Defense Minister Israel Katz said Thursday, despite the announcement of a new ceasefire.
    David Hickey, NBC news, 4 June 2026
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“Dropping out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dropping%20out. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.

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