Rule out
What does "Rule out" mean?
exclude as a possibility
"Rule out" in a sentence
Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.
Our embeds have ruled out the major players.
— Black Mirror S1E1
All they did was rule out a heart attack.
— Breaking Bad S5E9
We just have to rule out other possibilities first.
— Brooklyn Nine-Nine S2E19
Rachel: Well, come on, Steve; let's not rule out nervous laughter.
— Friends S9E14
I ALSO WOULDN'T RULE OUT KEYBOARDIST IN THE SIOUXSIE AND THE BANSHEES REUNION TOUR.
— Gilmore Girls S1E14
I know from experience it's never who you'd think, so that rules out Chuck.
— Gossip Girl S5E13
WE HAVE TO RULE OUT EVERYTHING ELSE, EVERYTHING PHYSICAL.
— Grey's Anatomy S2E4
I thought we ruled them out!
— How I Met Your Mother S8E7
"Rule out" in TV shows & movies
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