Drum out

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verb

To force someone to leave a place, profession, or organization.

After the scandal, he was drummed out of the political party.
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Often appears as...

  • drummed out of the office
  • drummed out of the army

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Disapproving

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Negative Connotation

This usage often has a negative tone, implying disgrace or failure.

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She was drummed out of the journalism world for falsifying stories.
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Historical Context

Originally, military drummers played to expel disgraced soldiers. It signifies disgrace.

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The officer was drummed out of the service amid dishonor.
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Informal Setting

Commonly used in an informal context when describing someone’s exit.

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After the cheating incident, he was drummed out of the university.
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