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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
Anne Reeve, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2025
The Grammy winner and American Idol judge, 76, opens up about his journey like never before in new memoir Truly, out now.
—Janine Rubenstein, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 1 Oct. 2025
Just after the Angels handed him a 6-3 lead in the top of the fifth, Farris gave up back-to-back hits and a walk to loaded the bases with no outs in the bottom of the inning.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 20 Sep. 2025
Matt Zoller Seitz, Vulture, 17 Sep. 2025
On second-and-goal from the 6-yard line, Prescott found Pickens on a quick out route that just reached over the end zone for the go-ahead score.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Sep. 2025
Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Sep. 2025
Long lines, crowded aisles, and depleted shelves can make a grocery outing with the best of intentions fall flat, fast.
—Aly Walansky, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2025
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Adverb
Jump cuts punctuated by the sound of explosions move us incrementally downstream, ultimately out and over the Pacific Ocean.
—Anne Reeve, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2025
The Grammy winner and American Idol judge, 76, opens up about his journey like never before in new memoir Truly, out now.
—Janine Rubenstein, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
Noun
The initial air date would have been less than a month after Ozzy’s death, which came two weeks after the rock icon performed his final show, the all-star Back to the Beginning blow-out, at his home soccer stadium, Villa Park, in his hometown of Birmingham, England.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 1 Oct. 2025
Just after the Angels handed him a 6-3 lead in the top of the fifth, Farris gave up back-to-back hits and a walk to loaded the bases with no outs in the bottom of the inning.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 20 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Save for a quick glance at his adversary, Redford fixes his eyes on the out-of-focus holster in the foreground, a cobra waiting to strike.
—Matt Zoller Seitz, Vulture, 17 Sep. 2025
On second-and-goal from the 6-yard line, Prescott found Pickens on a quick out route that just reached over the end zone for the go-ahead score.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Sep. 2025
Verb
It's also expected that David Giuntoli, who may or may not have outed himself as the Game Maker in the season 1 finale, will play a larger role in season 2.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Sep. 2025
Long lines, crowded aisles, and depleted shelves can make a grocery outing with the best of intentions fall flat, fast.
—Aly Walansky, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for out
Adverb
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East Oak Patio Heater With Round Table Design Constructed with corrosion-resistant 304 stainless steel, the East Oak Patio Heater is made to withstand regular use outside.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
29 Sep. 2025
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In a press release obtained by NBC San Diego, reps from the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance explained that the new calf was able to be born outside in its enclosure due to the warm time of year.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
28 Sep. 2025
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The rowdy students,12,530 strong, left and only a fraction came back, unable to resist the siren call of parties and homework over watching an offense that is about as entertaining as reading instructions aloud for an IKEA baby crib.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
28 Sep. 2025
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Nogami, unable to travel, sent a letter of thanks that was read aloud on stage.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
24 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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The Ravens have had a tough go of things right out the gate, playing the Chiefs, Buffalo Bills, and Detroit Lions all within the first four weeks.—
Hunter Simpson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Sep. 2025
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But at the end of each day, a mysterious boy (Eric Williams) delivers the message that Godot isn’t coming after all and will instead arrive tomorrow.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
29 Sep. 2025
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Notre Dame had a 79-yard TD drive in the third quarter and a 52-yarder in the fourth to put the game away.—
Jim Keyser,
Idaho Statesman,
5 Oct. 2025
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Three victories on the spin at Old Trafford, and none so far away, also fuelled Amorim’s angst.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Each Residence has abundant outdoor lounge spaces and a large swimming pool, and can be booked in its entirety for a group retreat or a multigenerational family escape.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Sep. 2025
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Here, the local world flows straight into your own private escape, creating an unrivaled, unforgettable vacation experience.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
27 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Her acting roots remain visible, but KIPS is the work of a producer and architect—someone intent on shaping a platform rather than waiting for a script.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
30 Sep. 2025
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But does that really apply to Gabriel if the Browns are intent on taking another quarterback next year, anyway?—
Jason Lloyd,
New York Times,
28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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DiCaprio is an ex-revolutionary stoner seeking his missing daughter, del Toro is a helpful karate sensei, and my colleague Bryan Alexander talked with them about their scenes together, including one where del Toro drove with extreme caution with DiCaprio having climbed out an open window.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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There were multiple missing and damaged ceiling tiles in the liquor and office storage room, another repeat violation.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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Twenty years later, Iraq War veteran Aaron Hughes continues spreading his realization that soldiers can better champion American ideals by following their conscience over orders.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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About 25% of female breast cancer cases were found at the regional stage, meaning the cancer had spread to nearby lymph nodes, tissues, or organs, and 6% were found at a distant stage, meaning the cancer had spread to distant parts of the body, CDC data shows.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
3 Oct. 2025
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