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as in aloud
with one's normal voice speaking the words
the search parties were sent in different directions and told to cry out if they discovered anything
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as in all
to a full extent or degree
when stretched out, the ribbon was just long enough
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as in escape
the act or a means of getting or keeping away from something undesirable
I really don't want to go to the party, and I've been searching for an out
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as in intent
fully committed to achieving a goal
he's out to get even with the guy who beat him last time around
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as in to eject
to drive or force out
before moving in, we outed all the furry little creatures who had settled in the cabin over the winter
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Recent Examples of out
Adam Beam, AJC.com, 1 Apr. 2026
In fact, Smith should have been out on strikes after the third pitch.
—CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
Cbs Chicago Team, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
Driven by the treaty, industry developed alternatives to CFCs faster than predicted, allowing multiple accelerations of the phase-out throughout the 1990s.
—Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
Emma Murphy, Oklahoma Voice, 26 Mar. 2026
When one of the project’s main contractors, DPR, brought in an out-of-state catering company to feed workers on-site, much of the foot traffic Opal’s had counted on disappeared.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 26 Mar. 2026
Haruka Iwasaki, Literary Hub, 18 Mar. 2026
The new season sees Reid's Lestat de Lioncourt living the rockstar life, as vampires have been outed by author Daniel Molloy (Eric Bobosian) in his book that interviews Louis de Pointe du Lac (Jacob Anderson).
—Debbie Day, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Mar. 2026
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Adverb
The House and Senate are out until mid-April.
—Adam Beam, AJC.com, 1 Apr. 2026
In fact, Smith should have been out on strikes after the third pitch.
—CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
Noun
Colin Rea worked three innings for his first save of the season, striking out Moncada with two runners on for the final out.
—Cbs Chicago Team, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
Driven by the treaty, industry developed alternatives to CFCs faster than predicted, allowing multiple accelerations of the phase-out throughout the 1990s.
—Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
House lawmakers on Tuesday advanced legislation requiring the Oklahoma governor to alert his successor ahead of any out-of-state travel.
—Emma Murphy, Oklahoma Voice, 26 Mar. 2026
When one of the project’s main contractors, DPR, brought in an out-of-state catering company to feed workers on-site, much of the foot traffic Opal’s had counted on disappeared.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 26 Mar. 2026
Verb
Because Kip feels a little lost in his career, there is a bit more of a Cinderella dynamic with an enormous class difference between the two men and higher stakes because of the danger in publicly outing an athlete before Scott and Kip are ready for what comes afterward.
—Haruka Iwasaki, Literary Hub, 18 Mar. 2026
The new season sees Reid's Lestat de Lioncourt living the rockstar life, as vampires have been outed by author Daniel Molloy (Eric Bobosian) in his book that interviews Louis de Pointe du Lac (Jacob Anderson).
—Debbie Day, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for out
Adverb
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There is no sign outside for the companies that, on paper, received tens of millions of dollars tied to one of the largest corruption investigations in global soccer.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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The boy was going outside to play with his cousin when he was struck, the victim’s aunt said.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
27 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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His widow, Stephanie, though, remained composed after the verdict was read aloud for a second time, nodding her head as Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz spoke to her.—
John Annese,
New York Daily News,
1 Apr. 2026
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City councilor Ryan Locke arrived with just a few minutes remaining of the event, and councilor Jeff Worrell sent a statement that was read aloud.—
Jake Allen,
IndyStar,
31 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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In the fullness of time, Nancy had a Nest camera installed—one of those all-seeing eyes meant to guard the property and calm anxious nerves and provide real safety from intrusion.—
Vinson Cunningham,
New Yorker,
1 Apr. 2026
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Marina Bay Sands and the waterfront are 15 minutes by car; Sentosa Island's beaches are 20 minutes; and The National Museum, Little India, Arab Street, and Chinatown are all easily reachable.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Liveried valets addressed me by name, whisked away my luggage, and accompanied me up a flight of stairs to the Waldorf’s signature bar and lobby lounge, Peacock Alley.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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But no one reading the book will come away with the sense that studies are often contested, or that many of the findings of social psychology and economics remain unsettled, or that results can be interpreted in many ways.—
Becca Rothfeld,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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April itself may feel too full for an extended escape, but don't overlook what's available close by.—
Kirah Tabourn,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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An excavator was used on Thursday to dig an escape channel after earlier unsuccessful efforts to coax the whale back toward deeper water, including using coast guard and fire department boats to create large waves.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The test probably indicates Kim is intent on enlarging and modernizing an arsenal of missiles capable of reaching the United States mainland.—
Hyung-Jin Kim,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Mar. 2026
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The test likely indicates Kim is intent on enlarging and modernizing an arsenal of missiles capable of reaching the United States mainland.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Fort Worth police are asking for the public’s help locating a missing 14-year-old boy, according to a post on the department’s Facebook page.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Mar. 2026
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The author or co-author of more than 40 books, Lee was finalizing a book on missing-persons investigations in his final days, the university's statement said.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Because this month’s layoffs are not confined to tech and spread across airlines, logistics, food production, healthcare, and more, the overall job market may be entering a recalibration period due to cost pressures and the rise of artificial intelligence.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Starting Wednesday, videos and posters will be plastered in subways and public spaces, spreading awareness about the negative components of what can be a disturbing encounter.—
Allen Devlin,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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