dropped out
Example Sentences
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Despite what she describes as a turbulent journey through school, Amelie believes that without the flexibility to change path along the way she might have dropped out altogether.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
He dropped out of college, then returned, then left again, he said, ending up about 29 credits short of a bachelor’s degree.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
He dropped out for a time a few years later when she died.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
Two months ago, before Swalwell dropped out of the race, support for Becerra registered at just 5%.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
At another bend in the passageway, Eilonwy’s light wavered and dropped out of sight.
From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander
