Rule out of

verb

To remove someone or something from consideration or possible action because it or they cannot meet certain circumstances or criteria.

The soccer team was ruled out of the tournament due to too many injuries.
Visual representation of "rule out of" - to remove someone or something from consideration or possible action because it or they cannot meet certain circumstances or criteria

Often appears as...

  • rule out of contention
  • rule out of possibility
verb

To remove someone or something from consideration or possible action because it or they cannot meet certain circumstances or criteria.

The soccer team was ruled out of the tournament due to too many injuries.
Visual representation of "rule out of" - to remove someone or something from consideration or possible action because it or they cannot meet certain circumstances or criteria

Often appears as...

  • rule out of contention
  • rule out of possibility
Definition 1 of 1
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Connotation of Exclusion

Implies a person or thing was considered but isn't suitable or allowed anymore.

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He's been ruled out of the selection process because he didn't meet the criteria.
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Not Always Negative

Can indicate relief or a positive outcome when an unwanted option is dismissed.

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Fortunately, the storm has been ruled out of hitting our coast.
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Consequence of Failure

Often used when someone or something falls short of a standard or expectation.

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After failing the inspection, the restaurant was ruled out of the food festival.
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Connotation of Exclusion

Implies a person or thing was considered but isn't suitable or allowed anymore.

Illustration for Connotation of Exclusion
He's been ruled out of the selection process because he didn't meet the criteria.
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Not Always Negative

Can indicate relief or a positive outcome when an unwanted option is dismissed.

Illustration for Not Always Negative
Fortunately, the storm has been ruled out of hitting our coast.
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Consequence of Failure

Often used when someone or something falls short of a standard or expectation.

Illustration for Consequence of Failure
After failing the inspection, the restaurant was ruled out of the food festival.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Connotation of Exclusion

Implies a person or thing was considered but isn't suitable or allowed anymore.

Illustration for Connotation of Exclusion
He's been ruled out of the selection process because he didn't meet the criteria.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Not Always Negative

Can indicate relief or a positive outcome when an unwanted option is dismissed.

Illustration for Not Always Negative
Fortunately, the storm has been ruled out of hitting our coast.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Consequence of Failure

Often used when someone or something falls short of a standard or expectation.

Illustration for Consequence of Failure
After failing the inspection, the restaurant was ruled out of the food festival.
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