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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Numerous decks are perfect spots to enjoy morning coffee, get lost in a good book, or just breathe in the fresh mountain air.
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 Mar. 2025
Most people don’t recognize that but without preservation, our stories can get lost over time.
—Zaneilia Harris, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
The show, based on fourth book, follows Ms. Frizzle’s class into outer space after they get lost on the way to the planetarium.
—Jennifer Day, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2025
Premiere: Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2025 Time: 9:30 PM ET
TV Channel: CBS
Live Stream: Fubo (watch for free)
For nearly 25 years, fans have watched contestants sprint through airports, struggle with roadblocks, and occasionally get lost in a foreign city (sometimes with hilarious results).
—Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 6 Mar. 2025
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 Mar. 2025
Most people don’t recognize that but without preservation, our stories can get lost over time.
—Zaneilia Harris, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
The show, based on fourth book, follows Ms. Frizzle’s class into outer space after they get lost on the way to the planetarium.
—Jennifer Day, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2025
Premiere: Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2025 Time: 9:30 PM ET
TV Channel: CBS
Live Stream: Fubo (watch for free)
For nearly 25 years, fans have watched contestants sprint through airports, struggle with roadblocks, and occasionally get lost in a foreign city (sometimes with hilarious results).
—Russel Honoré, Newsweek, 6 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for get lost
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“Get lost.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/get%20lost. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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