Flunk out

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verb

To fail a course or exam and be removed from a school or college.

John had to flunk out of college because he couldn't pass his exams.
Visual representation of "flunk out" - To fail a course or exam and be removed from a school or college.

Often appears as...

  • flunk out of school
  • flunk out of university
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Academic Consequences

Flunk out implies serious academic failure leading to removal from an institution.

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If you don't study harder, you might flunk out of the program.
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Negative Emotion

'Flunk out' can carry a stigma, suggesting personal fault or inadequate effort.

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She was embarrassed to flunk out and face her family.
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Colloquial Usage

The phrase is casual and might not be appropriate in formal writing.

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He casually mentioned that he flunked out, but it's a serious issue.
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