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lose out

The correct spelling is lose out.

How to pronounce lose out

verb

Say it like: Los-e o-wt

The correct spelling is lose out. To be at a disadvantage. For example: "I think you will lose out on the exchange rate if you move to dollars now."

Usage Examples

I think you will lose out on the exchange rate if you move to dollars now.

I went for a job interview, but I lost out to a younger guy.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To be at a disadvantage.
  2. 2.(with 'to') To be defeated (by).

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