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quit

Pronunciation: [kwɪt]

Word

Context: "employment"

(verb) to stop doing a job or leave your work. It’s like when someone decides they don’t want to work at a place anymore and leaves.

Example

She decided to quit her job because she found a better opportunity.

Example

He didn't quit his job, even though he was unhappy there.

Example

Are you planning to quit your job anytime soon?

Context: "habits"

(verb) to stop doing something that is a habit, like smoking or eating too much candy. It means you decide to no longer do that thing.

Example

He successfully quit smoking and feels much healthier now.

Example

She tried to quit eating junk food but found it very hard to do.

Example

Have you ever thought about quitting a bad habit?

Context: "games"

(verb) to leave or stop participating in a game or activity. This is what happens when someone doesn’t want to play anymore.

Example

He decided to quit the game because he was tired.

Example

She didn’t quit the game; instead, she kept playing until the end.

Example

Did you quit the game because you weren’t having fun?

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