dropping out (of)

Definition of dropping out (of)next
present participle of drop out (of)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dropping out (of)
throwing up
Verb
  • By this point, Ashley is throwing up in a bucket and sweating bullets.
    Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 16 Apr. 2026
  • Pictures of the outing show Wilson throwing up a peace sign next to Batula, who kept a low profile in sunglasses and what appears to be a scarf wrapped around her head while inside the establishment.
    Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
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“Dropping out (of).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dropping%20out%20%28of%29. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.

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