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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If the furniture is too small, it can get lost in the design, but furniture that's too big can overwhelm the space.
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Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2025
The Foggy Dog collars, $35, come in adorable prints and can be personalized to feature important info about your pet in case they get lost.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2025
For those who can't get enough of the high-stakes surgery scenes or love to get lost in the complex relationships of these beloved doctors, here's a look back at the most iconic Grey's Anatomy episodes.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025
Settle into a dark wooden seat or a plush silk-and-velvet booth and get lost.
—Jenn Rice, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2025
The Foggy Dog collars, $35, come in adorable prints and can be personalized to feature important info about your pet in case they get lost.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2025
For those who can't get enough of the high-stakes surgery scenes or love to get lost in the complex relationships of these beloved doctors, here's a look back at the most iconic Grey's Anatomy episodes.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025
Settle into a dark wooden seat or a plush silk-and-velvet booth and get lost.
—Jenn Rice, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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“Get lost.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/get%20lost. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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