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Definition |
a particular option has been excluded from consideration |
Examples |
1) The idea of a vacation this year is unfortunately
off the table due to our busy work
schedules.
2) After considering the budget constraints, the extravagant vacation
plans were taken off the table. |
Etymology |
The term originates from the literal act of
removing something from a table to signify that it's no longer under
consideration. |
Synonyms |
excluded, out of consideration, not on the
agenda |
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