The Open Dictionary

get out of something

Related to word: get

Phrasal Verb

Definition (avoid)

  1. B2Verb + -ing

    to refrain from doing something undesirable, often by presenting an excuse

    • He tried to get out of the meeting by claiming he was sick.

    • She always finds excuses to get out of doing household chores.

    • He told his friends he couldn't be involved in the project anymore to get out of responsibility.

Definition (stop)

  1. to abandon or discontinue a habit or recurring practice

    • He decided to get out of the habit of drinking alcohol for his health.

    • She no longer wanted to practice the piano, so she decided to get out of that routine.

    • I want to get out of the habit of going to the gym every week because I realize I don't enjoy it.