DROPPED OUT (OF) Synonyms: 14 Similar and Opposite Words

dropped out (of)

verb

past tense of drop out (of)

as in threw up

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threw up

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The superfans who stood closest to the stage wore ponchos as protection in case a competitor threw up.

— Kyla Guilfoil, NBC news, 5 July 2026
Fans threw up their hands in frustration, shook their fists — some even screamed in Spanish for their coach to be fired.

— Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 21 June 2026

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dropped out (of)

dropped out of sight

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