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stepped out; stepping out; steps out
Definition of step out
1 : to go away from a place usually for a short distance and for a short time
2 : to go or march at a vigorous or increased pace
3 : die
4 : to lead an active social life
5 : to be unfaithful
—usually used with onhad been stepping out on his wife
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The first known use of step out was circa 1533
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