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quitter

[kwit-er] / ˈkwɪt ər /




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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

But, this woman was never raised to be a quitter.

From Los Angeles Times Jan. 7, 2024

Post-fight, however, he said Dubois is "no quitter."

From BBC Dec. 23, 2023

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

From Seattle Times Feb. 25, 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

Watching this slapstick routine of quitters and re-enterers from a vantage point atop the polls is Francesca Hong, a state representative, part-time bartender, and Democratic Socialists of America member.

From Slate Aug. 1, 2026

While all damage from smoking may not be erased, quitters can add healthy years to the end of their life, which can be just as important to them as how long they live.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 23, 2026

The percentage of job quitters, meanwhile, fell to a five-year low of 1.8% — another sign of how hard it has become to find a job.

From MarketWatch Dec. 9, 2025

If players sat out during the uncertain time, they were often labeled as quitters or players who didn’t love the game.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 2, 2023

“Oh, my God, you’re like a broken record, Claire. You know, some quitters do win. Plenty of them.”

From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King




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