dropped out

past tense of drop out

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for dropped out
Verb
  • In response, Hungary withdrew its stake from the bank, marking a rare concession in its complex balancing act between East and West.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Biden, the oldest sitting president at 82, withdrew from the race in July, as questions about his age and fitness for office surged following a disastrous CNN debate performance in June.
    Justin Gomez, ABC News, 8 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • There are myriad, clear alcohol health risks that can be improved by quitting drinking altogether or lowering alcohol consumption.
    Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
  • That included taking calculated risks—such as quitting her make-ends-meet career as a registered nurse and declining an early deal with Walmart.
    India Espy-Jones, Essence, 18 Apr. 2025
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“Dropped out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dropped%20out. Accessed 1 May. 2025.

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