opt out

verb

opted out; opting out; opts out

intransitive verb

: to choose not to participate in something
—often used with of
opted out of the project

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It was widely believed that Koval, 20, opted out in opposition to LSU’s signing 6-foot-5 Russian center Anna Minaeva, who previously played professionally for MBA Moscow. — David K. Li, NBC news, 3 Sep. 2026 As more users opt out of third-party tracking, the ability to optimize campaigns and target customers has been significantly reduced. — John Readman, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026 And for anyone who would rather opt out of all this entirely, Philip Johnson’s first residential commission is being restored in Bedford and will soon be looking for a very architecturally literate new owner! — Nora Deligter, Curbed, 28 Aug. 2026 Residents can only opt out in September, the City of OKC said, and won't be able to enroll again until September 2027. — Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for opt out

Word History

First Known Use

1951, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of opt out was in 1951

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“Opt out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/opt%20out. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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