left out
The phrase "left out" often describes feelings of exclusion or neglect in social or group settings.
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Definition
B1Social Interaction
(common)Excluded from a group or activity, leading to feelings of isolation or neglect.
Example
- She felt left out when her friends didn't invite her to the party.
- He often feels left out in conversations because he is shy.
B2General Use
(neutral)Omitted or not included in a list, plan, or consideration.
Example
- Several key points were left out of the report.
- The recipe seemed incomplete because some ingredients were left out.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "left out":
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