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missing out

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verb

  • To fail to experience or take part in something enjoyable, advantageous, or noteworthy, often leading to a feeling of regret.

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A recent study by Policy in Practice found people in Peterborough were missing out on £92m from unclaimed benefits.

From BBC Sep. 1, 2026

Municipalities risk missing out on tax revenues and jobs from the centers if the industry goes elsewhere, they said.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 29, 2026

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  • on the sidelines
  • out of the loop
  • catching FOMO
  • losing out on

Possible Antonyms

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  • experiencing
  • getting in on it
  • in the mix
  • part of the action
  • participating in

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