write out

verb

wrote out; written out; writing out; writes out

transitive verb

: to write especially in a full and complete form

Examples of write out in a Sentence

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Try taking 10 to 15 minutes each day to write out what's bothering you. Pien Huang, NPR, 2 May 2026 Although hired as a regular cast member, she was written out of the show after appearing in only 16 episodes. Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026 Late Tuesday night, Mendoza wrote out his lineup for Wednesday’s game. Will Sammon, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2026 Dorsey wrote out a detailed note to the board breaking down the decision, who were ultimately receptive to move forward with the plan. Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 17 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for write out

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of write out was in the 15th century

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“Write out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/write%20out. Accessed 7 May. 2026.

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