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Meaning of the word "opt out" in English

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opt out

US /ɑːpt aʊt/
UK /ɑːpt aʊt/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to choose not to participate in something

Example:
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Employees can opt out of the retirement plan.
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If you don't want to receive emails, you can opt out at any time.
Synonym:
withdrawdeclineabstainrefuseforgo
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