ruling out
Example Sentences
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Despite IBM’s deep pockets, the analyst isn’t ruling out a future equity investment.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
He finished his wedding-day look with a brooch, ruling out a boutonniere.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
Asked by the BBC if he was ruling out a leadership bid, Streeting said Sir Keir had "delivered a majority that people thought was absolutely impossible after the crushing defeat of 2019".
From BBC • May 9, 2026
As a result, Northwestern Mutual’s Stucky is not ruling out the possibility of capex forecasts moving even higher, which could spark fresh concerns about AI overspending.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 26, 2026
“It looked very much like Mr. Gunthrie’s fountain pen. I’m not ruling out the possibility that you’re an accomplished pickpocket.”
From "Made You Up" by Francesca Zappia
