drop out

Example Sentences

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Though a longtime California politician, Becerra said that his campaign for governor was outspent and that he faced calls to drop out of the race.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 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

Anything less than three points for Brighton at Leeds would see Fabian Hurzeler's side drop out of contention, while Andoni Iraola's Bournemouth need at least a point against Manchester City to stay in the hunt.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Gannaway’s adviser, Unity Seay, helped her find jobs, tap a state program that pays community college tuition and weather rough patches—such as when juggling a full-time job with school almost pushed her to drop out.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

Maybe I could just drop out of school completely.

From "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian" by Sherman Alexie