quitter

Example Sentences

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It inspired many, but also drew scorn from some who branded her a "quitter" at the time.

From BBC • Jul. 30, 2024

When Simone dropped out of Tokyo, as we've already discussed, she faced a litany of naysayers who accused her of abandoning her team and being a quitter.

From Salon • Jul. 19, 2024

I am not a quitter, but I do know when it is time to go.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 25, 2023

Here’s guessing neither the Rams nor their fans will call you a quitter, just as nobody called the Lakers’ Phil Jackson a quitter when he left the team in the summer of 2004.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 9, 2023

“Who knew you were such a quitter, María Luisa,” Joe said, shaking his head.

From "The First Rule of Punk" by Celia C. Pérez