butt out
Example Sentences
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"Government has a duty to educate people about the health risks, but beyond that politicians and anti-smoking campaigners should butt out," he tells BBC Scotland News.
From BBC ● Mar. 26, 2026
First, and most important, she told the pugnacious former Ohio State assistant wrestling coach to butt out.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 10, 2023
"It may be awkward, but the special counsel may need to politely tell Judge Cannon to butt out," she added.
From Salon ● Aug. 8, 2023
“You used to have to get your butt out of your home, go to work and interact with people, but now you can just sit on your butt at home.”
From Washington Times ● Apr. 20, 2023
“I’m so glad this isn’t for a grade, or I’d kick your butt out of this group.”
From "The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl" by Stacy McAnulty
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