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nope out

B2 slang intransitive
In simple words

To suddenly say 'no' and leave or refuse to do something because it's too scary, gross, or uncomfortable.

Literal meaning: 'Nope' (a colloquial 'no') used as a verb with 'out' to indicate exiting.

Meanings

1 B2 idiomatic slang

To abruptly refuse to participate in or leave a situation because it is frightening or disgusting.

"When the horror film got too intense, I noped out and went to make a cup of tea."

2 B2 idiomatic slang

To withdraw from a commitment or arrangement out of strong unwillingness.

"She was invited to speak at the conference but noped out at the last minute."

Usage notes

Originated in internet meme culture (the 'Nope' reaction to scary or disgusting content). Common in online conversations, social media, and casual spoken English among younger speakers. Often humorous in tone. Followed by 'of': 'I noped out of that meeting'.

Commonly used with

of situation meeting conversation date film

Forms

Base
nope out
I/you/we/they
3rd person
nopes out
he/she/it
Past simple
noped out
yesterday
Past participle
noped out
have + pp
-ing form
noping out
continuous

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Synonyms

bail chicken out opt out back out refuse walk away

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