Count out

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verb

To consider someone or something as no longer relevant or able to participate.

Just because he's the youngest, don't count him out of the competition yet.
Visual representation of "count out" - To consider someone or something as no longer relevant or able to participate

Often appears as...

  • don't count out
  • count someone/something out
Definition 1 of 3
Visual representation of "count out"
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Unexpected Comebacks

Use 'count out' when someone might still surprise you. It suggests they're not finished yet!

Illustration for Unexpected Comebacks
Many thought she was done, but don't count her out—she's full of surprises.
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Relevance Matters

'Count out' often implies a change that's made someone or something no longer relevant.

Illustration for Relevance Matters
Technology changes fast; count out yesterday's gadgets.
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Underdog Support

Use 'count out' to show support for underdogs, indicating belief in their potential.

Illustration for Underdog Support
He's a new writer but has great talent—don't count him out.
Visual representation of the word "Count out"

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