rule out

Example Sentences

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But, with Wimbledon looming later in June, she did not completely rule out the possibility of featuring at a tournament she has won seven times.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

However, she wouldn’t rule out using Wolbachia if it turned out to be the most affordable option.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

And it would be unwise to rule out McLaren and Red Bull.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Because of this low valuation, the analyst wouldn’t rule out the possibility that it could become a takeover target, he says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Because Charles valued Gray’s friendship and needed his help in promoting natural selection, he did not rule out the possibility.

From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman