space out
verb
spaced out; spacing out; spaces out
informal
: to become inattentive, distracted, or mentally remote
spaced out halfway through the lecture
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When in a group, space out to prevent the current from transferring between individuals.
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Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 May 2026
When in a group, space out to prevent the current from transferring between individuals.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 24 May 2026
The spice, when used alongside other smart measures, like spacing out your plants and rotating crops, can help prevent rust from blighting your flowers.
—Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 23 May 2026
When in a group, space out to prevent the current from transferring between individuals.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 21 May 2026
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Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 May 2026
When in a group, space out to prevent the current from transferring between individuals.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 24 May 2026
The spice, when used alongside other smart measures, like spacing out your plants and rotating crops, can help prevent rust from blighting your flowers.
—Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 23 May 2026
When in a group, space out to prevent the current from transferring between individuals.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 21 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for space out
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“Space out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/space%20out. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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