feel left out

idiom

: to feel that one is not included in something
He always feels left out when his friends talk about sports.

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Leaders talk about trust and innovation externally while employees feel left out of decisions or overworked. Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025 Those teens interested in joining the Teen Advisory Group can come to the open meetings June 10 and July 8 at 6 p.m. Adults won’t feel left out of the fun with our regular programs continuing plus these special events. Melissa Grzybowski, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025 But in a larger company, leaders become less accessible, and employees can feel left out of decision-making. Lyuba Brouillard, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025 Tailoring your Easter egg stuffing by age is also a great way to ensure the older kids in your family don't feel left out. Erinne Magee, Parents, 16 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for feel left out

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“Feel left out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/feel%20left%20out. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.

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