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out of the picture

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out of the picture
Fig. no longer relevant to a situation; departed; dead. Now that Tom is out of the picture, we needn't concern ourselves about his objections. With her husband out of the picture, she can begin living as she pleases.
See also: out, picture

out of the picture
to not be involved in a situation With the national government out of the picture, local leaders will have to work out a solution.
Related vocabulary: out of the loop
See also: out, picture


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There are also lads here who've been out of the picture so far, and they will get their chances.
Coliseum officials continue to occupy themselves with negotiations for a new lease with the state, and on talks with USC, which has expressed interest in running the facility if the NFL is out of the picture.
 
 
 
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