get lost
idiom
informal
—used in speech as a rude or angry way to tell someone to go away
His little sister wanted to tag along with him, but he told her to "get lost."
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Notching one victory might get lost in the flood of frustrations Democrats have felt in recent weeks.
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Max Thornberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 2 Feb. 2025
Be careful not to get lost in fantasies, though — ground your emotions to avoid any illusions.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Feb. 2025
Just two months ago, a red ribbon tied to a piece of luggage only meant one thing: your bag wouldn’t get lost in the sea of identical suitcases at baggage claim.
—Katcy Stephan, Variety, 31 Jan. 2025
Its irregular angles create a sense of spatial disorientation, allowing visitors to get lost within the retreat.
—New Atlas, 30 Jan. 2025
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Max Thornberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 2 Feb. 2025
Be careful not to get lost in fantasies, though — ground your emotions to avoid any illusions.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Feb. 2025
Just two months ago, a red ribbon tied to a piece of luggage only meant one thing: your bag wouldn’t get lost in the sea of identical suitcases at baggage claim.
—Katcy Stephan, Variety, 31 Jan. 2025
Its irregular angles create a sense of spatial disorientation, allowing visitors to get lost within the retreat.
—New Atlas, 30 Jan. 2025
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“Get lost.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/get%20lost. Accessed 7 Feb. 2025.
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