miss out
Britishverb
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(tr, adverb) to leave out; overlook
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to fail to experience
by leaving early you missed out on the celebrations
Example Sentences
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If you go any older, you’ll miss out on the increasing slate of Apple Intelligence features.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 19, 2026
Banton, one of few batters to miss out in England's 254-4 on Tuesday, made the most of his opportunity to produce a fine finish by sweeping and striking firmly down the ground.
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026
Rome was the other city to miss out, as World Athletics also confirmed that Munich would host the 2031 event for the first time.
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026
As a result, they miss out on early interventions that can help neurodivergent children navigate challenging environments.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026
But he had found a guide, and didn’t want to miss out on an opportunity.
From "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho
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