Be out of the game

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No longer participating or involved in a specific activity.

John has been so overwhelmed at work lately, he might be out of the game for our football team this weekend.
Visual representation of "be out of the game" - No longer participating or involved in a specific activity

Often appears as...

  • be out of the football game
  • be out of the poker game

Usage tips

Colloquial

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Temporary Pause

It implies a pause, not necessarily a permanent stop, in participation.

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After her injury, Maria will be out of the game until she recovers.
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Focus Shift

Used when someone redirects attention from one aspect of life to another.

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Since becoming a parent, Priya is out of the game in late-night parties.
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Sports Origins

Originally sports-related but now used in various contexts.

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Due to budget cuts, our research team is out of the game this year.
Visual representation of the word "Be out of the game"

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