rule out

Example Sentences

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But when doctors refused to rule out the World Cup, he immediately began planning his comeback.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The respective diagnoses do not rule out the possibility of also having Ebola, officials say.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

The country music superstar won’t rule out building another Dollywood.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

"I wouldn't rule out film. I wouldn't rule out even television series. That would be my personal hope."

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

So let’s also rule out anyone born after, say, 1958.

From "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell