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Phrasal Verb - Sitting Out (Phrasal Verb)

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Raymundo CH

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Definition

  1. To deliberately choose not to participate in an activity or event, often due to personal reasons or a strategic decision. 2. To wait or observe from the sidelines, especially during a game or competition. 3. To be excluded or omitted from a group or activity.

Examples

No.Example
1John decided to sit out the party due to a family emergency.
2The coach asked the injured player to sit out the next game.
3Several students chose to sit out the protest.
4The new employee was asked to sit out the meeting while they familiarized themselves with the team.
5The team agreed to let their star player sit out the last match to rest.
6The pregnant woman was advised to sit out the long hike.
7The controversial speaker was asked to sit out the debate.
8The dog was told to sit out the kitchen while dinner was being prepared.
9Due to the rain, the spectators were invited to sit out in the covered grandstand.
10The investor decided to sit out the market until the economic situation improved.