expression, ichidan verb
be deprived of one's role; have one's livelihood taken away
Used when someone is removed from a position or job, often implying a loss of income or status. The verb 干す (to dry out) metaphorically suggests being left out to dry.
彼は会社で役を干されて、収入がなくなった。
He was deprived of his role at the company and lost his income.
あの俳優はスキャンダルで
That actor was dropped from his role because of a scandal.