Opt Out (Verb)
Meaning
Choose not to do something, as out of fear of failing; "She copped out when she was supposed to get into the hang glider".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- The students were given the option to opt out of the advanced physics course if they felt it was too challenging.
- Many employees chose to opt out of the office relocation due to concerns about their commute time.
- The musician decided to opt out of the competition at the last minute because of stage fright.
- After reevaluating the risks involved, she opted out of the extreme sports event.
- Some students in the class opted out of the project that required public speaking due to their anxiety.