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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
Tammy Ljungblad, Kansas City Star, 13 May 2026
While Wheeler technically made it through inning one without letting a single batter move to first, all three batters were out on fielded ground or fly balls.
—Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 13 May 2026
Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2026
Service will operate every 20 minutes starting two hours before first pitch, and run until one hour after the final out.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 19 May 2026
Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
Rising housing costs and the out-migration of families have reduced enrollment, while funding tied to attendance further compounds the strain on schools.
—Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 6 May 2026
Nate Pearson is scheduled to pitch Tuesday for Sugar Land, as well, his third rehab outing in his return from elbow soreness.
—Matt Kawahara, Houston Chronicle, 2 May 2026
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Adverb
The need is out there Eden Village’s first development, near 10th and Metropolitan, had its grand opening about two years ago.
—Tammy Ljungblad, Kansas City Star, 13 May 2026
While Wheeler technically made it through inning one without letting a single batter move to first, all three batters were out on fielded ground or fly balls.
—Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 13 May 2026
Noun
Adam got two quick outs in the eighth before a walk and a single made for some tension.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2026
Service will operate every 20 minutes starting two hours before first pitch, and run until one hour after the final out.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 19 May 2026
Adjective
Breakker needed to out-wrestle and out-maneuver Rollins throughout the match to gain a split-second advantage over him.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
Rising housing costs and the out-migration of families have reduced enrollment, while funding tied to attendance further compounds the strain on schools.
—Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Verb
The three-time All-Star, who underwent a cleanup procedure on his left elbow over the offseason, is expected to make his next start with the Yankees after completing his third rehab outing on Wednesday.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 6 May 2026
Nate Pearson is scheduled to pitch Tuesday for Sugar Land, as well, his third rehab outing in his return from elbow soreness.
—Matt Kawahara, Houston Chronicle, 2 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for out
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Because it’s located on the beach, kids have access to the sand and sun, and there’s a pirate-ship style play area outside.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
15 May 2026
Adverb
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During the sentencing hearing, statements from the victims’ parents were read aloud before the court.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
8 May 2026
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Olathe parents push for recognition Olathe parent Amber Hartsook pushed the school district to read deceased students’ names aloud at graduation ceremonies.—
Ian Cummings,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2026
Adverb
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No two rooms are designed the same, but they are all decked out in earth tones, rich greens, and Harvard crimson.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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This is an exercise in making a mess and having fun, and then cleaning it up and making meaning, and then doing that all again three times.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
Adverb
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The Cavs, who hadn’t won on the road prior to their series with the Pistons, won their last two away from home, including Game 7 in Detroit 125-94.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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The spa Le Jardin, the resort’s transportive jewel box of a spa tucked away in a verdant garden, warrants a visit.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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The verticality also plays with audience expectations about escape and survival.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
16 May 2026
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Now, New Yorkers and Philadelphians looking for a city escape are also joining the guest pool.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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The result is a fiery and impassioned offering that finds the veteran fully engaged and intent on proving no chinks have been left in his armor despite his tenuous back-and-forth with his Compton counterpart.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
15 May 2026
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The defendants’ attorneys contend that the government doesn’t have the evidence to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that there was intent to join a criminal racketeering conspiracy.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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The coroner's office confirmed that the remains, found on April 16, were confirmed to be Hicks' after obtaining dental records for him and another missing individual.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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Rubin will play Louise Donnadieu, a working-class counselor at Camp Emerson whose life is upended when one of her young campers, Barbara, goes missing.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
15 May 2026
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The Islamic Center of San Diego's director and imam, Taha Hassane, pleaded with the public to spread tolerance and love instead of hate.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
19 May 2026
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The staffers, who are spread across more than twenty front- and back-end departments, are organizing under the name Seattle Art Museum Workers United (SAMWU) under the auspices of the Washington Federation of State Employees/AFSCME Council 28.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
18 May 2026
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“Out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/out. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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