To drop out
Example: He drops out due to personal reasons
Definition
"To drop out" means to leave or withdraw from an activity, organization, or institution before its completion, often referring to leaving school or a course prematurely, as in the example where he drops out due to personal reasons.
Etymology
The phrase "to drop out" originates from the early 20th century, combining "drop," meaning to fall or let go, with "out," indicating exit or departure. Together, they metaphorically describe leaving a group or commitment by 'falling away' from it.
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"To drop out" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 6", containing 114 commonly used words.
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