This is the 2452nd most frequent Korean word.
놓지
"놓지" is the conjugated form of the verb "놓다," meaning "to let go" or "to release."
In this sentence, '놓지' is part of the phrase '놓지 않으려고', meaning 'not to miss.' It refers to the action of letting something slip away or missing it.
그가 기회를 놓지 않으려고 열심히 노력했다.
He worked hard not to miss the opportunity.
Here, '놓지' is used within '놓지 않고,' meaning 'without letting go.' It implies not letting go of an object being held.
그녀는 공을 놓지 않고 끝까지 잡았다.
She held onto the ball until the end without dropping it.
In this case, '놓지' is part of '놓지 않았다,' meaning 'did not let go.' It signifies holding on to abstract concepts like hope or ideals.