opt out
Britishverb
noun
Example Sentences
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The mental strain broke some, and others opted out of the program due to the overwhelming stress and pressure of it all and chose to work on campus in some other role.
From Literature
As streaming continues to dominate the film and TV industry, many Gen Z movie watchers are opting out and choosing physical formats instead.
From Los Angeles Times
In an affidavit, seen by the BBC, the messaging platform added that users could continue using the app even if they opted out of sharing data with Meta for advertising.
From BBC
Government lawyers had argued that families who wished to opt out of state-funded education were free to send their children to private school or to educate them at home.
From BBC
In the UK, unless you have decided to opt out of donating your organs, it is assumed you agree to be an organ donor when you die.
From BBC
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