drop out

Example Sentences

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Less than two months ago, the party chair had urged Becerra to drop out of the race to make way for Swalwell.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

For these reasons, and for all my aforementioned principles about allowing people to repent for their mistakes, I don’t think Platner should drop out of the race.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

Paul's defeat by Joshua saw the 29-year-old drop out of the WBA's cruiserweight rankings.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

His family complains his calls drop out and they are left wondering why the service cut.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

Some wondered: Might he even drop out of chess altogether?

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady