space out

verb

spaced out; spacing out; spaces out

intransitive verb

informal : to become inattentive, distracted, or mentally remote
spaced out halfway through the lecture

Examples of space out in a Sentence

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When in a group, space out to prevent the current from transferring between individuals. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 21 July 2025 Each phase will take place on one 27-acre space out of the 200 acre site. Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 July 2025 These are mostly easy to find, spaced out, and well reviewed. Opheli Garcia Lawler, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2025 As a young brand, they're just getting started and seem poised to become a major player in one of the hottest spirit spaces out there these days. Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for space out

Word History

First Known Use

1970, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of space out was in 1970

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“Space out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/space%20out. Accessed 27 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

space out

verb
informal
: to become inattentive or distracted
spaced out halfway through the lecture
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