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ass out

C1 slang intransitive
In simple words

To leave someone in a bad situation by suddenly not doing what you said you would.

Meanings

1 C1 idiomatic slang

To suddenly abandon a person or plan, leaving others in a difficult position. (Vulgar)

"He totally assed out on us right before the big move — we had to carry everything ourselves."

2 C1 idiomatic slang

To fail completely or be left with nothing after a risk doesn't pay off. (Vulgar)

"I bet everything on that hand and assed out — walked away with nothing."

Usage notes

Vulgar American English slang. Considered offensive in most contexts. Used colloquially among close friends. Not appropriate for formal, professional, or academic settings. ESL learners should be aware of this term but exercise extreme caution using it.

Commonly used with

last minute deal plan commitment friend

Forms

Base
ass out
I/you/we/they
3rd person
asses out
he/she/it
Past simple
assed out
yesterday
Past participle
assed out
have + pp
-ing form
assing out
continuous

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