Cancel out of Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To withdraw from or say you will not participate in something you previously signed up for, such as an event, activity, or appointment.
Usage & Nuances
Informal, mostly used with events, classes, or commitments you originally agreed to join. Commonly followed by 'of' plus the event/activity ('cancel out of the meeting'). Not used for canceling objects; 'cancel' alone is used for bookings. Sometimes replaced by just 'cancel' in speech.
Example Sentences
I have to cancel out of the meeting tomorrow.
basic
She canceled out of the yoga class at the last minute.
basic
We might need to cancel out of the trip because of work.
basic
I really hate to cancel out of your party, but something came up.
natural
Sorry, I completely forgot and need to cancel out of lunch today.
natural
He tends to cancel out of things at the last second.
natural