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n. - Someone who quits school before graduation; Someone who withdraws from a social group or environment.

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  • But it could be argued that the dropout is a victim of the up-tight situation and that he drops out in order to regain "touch".
  • Infact the percentage of dropout is higher in the city.
  • A school dropout from a poor family, Zhu Guofan is not your typical CEO.
  • Reduction in dropout rates: every (100%) student in this country must graduate high school by 2025
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  • You don't have to "drop out" (to withdraw from participation) of the talent search just because you are a college "dropout" (one who quits school).
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