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to drop out
[phrase form: drop]
01
to stop going to school, university, or college before finishing one's studies
Intransitive: to drop out | to drop out of school or university
02
to admit defeat and discontinue an effort
Intransitive: to drop out | to drop out of an effort or activity
03
to reject to adopt an ordinary social life, following an alternative lifestyle
Intransitive: to drop out | to drop out of ordinary life
drop out
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Example
Some students may choose to drop out if they find that their chosen course is not aligned with their interests.
The computer programming course proved to be over their heads, so they dropped out.
After a period of soul-searching, he decided to drop out and live a more unconventional lifestyle.
A few friends decided to drop out and live off the grid, seeking a simpler and more sustainable lifestyle.
Despite losing his first match, the boxer got another bite at the cherry when his opponent dropped out, and he won the second match.
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