miss out
Example Sentences
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If Pratt does relocate, he’ll miss out on the chance to vote for his preferred candidate in the general.
From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026
Despite the qualms, many countries don’t want to miss out on the investment either.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
Stokes did reveal that Ollie Robinson and Gus Atkinson are in line to take the new ball, meaning the uncapped Sonny Baker would be the seamer to miss out if England opt for Bashir.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
Barely a decade after being crowned soccer world champions, England was about to miss out on qualifying for its second straight World Cup finals.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
Even though the dinner is for Janae, it’s possible she could miss out on the food too.
From "Pride" by Ibi Zoboi
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