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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
Big Think, 22 Oct. 2025
Sunlight Whether indoors or out, rosemary is sun-loving and needs full sun to grow well.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 22 Oct. 2025
Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 23 Oct. 2025
If an upscale experience is more to your tastes, the Windham Mountain Club offers ski-in, ski-out accommodations, pristine grooming, and an elevated food program.
—Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 23 Oct. 2025
Jordan Sigler, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Oct. 2025
And then Michael McBride was just a monster on the drums and probably more of an out-of-control heavy hitter.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 13 Oct. 2025
Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 23 Sep. 2025
In his third career plate appearance, Eldridge inside-outed a four-seam fastball from the Diamondbacks’ Taylor Rashi.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 21 Sep. 2025
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Adverb
Modern observations rule that out, instead pointing to a picture where an early inflationary period preceded the hot Big Bang, and where even the hottest temperatures reached are significantly below the Planck scale.
—Big Think, 22 Oct. 2025
Sunlight Whether indoors or out, rosemary is sun-loving and needs full sun to grow well.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 22 Oct. 2025
Noun
Contestant Shannon Fairweather found herself on the outs with her new Kele tribe members.
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 23 Oct. 2025
If an upscale experience is more to your tastes, the Windham Mountain Club offers ski-in, ski-out accommodations, pristine grooming, and an elevated food program.
—Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Consequently, the conference is imposing a $5,000 fine and admonishes all institutions to use the ‘out’ designation only if there are no circumstances under which a student-athlete could participate in a game.
—Jordan Sigler, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Oct. 2025
And then Michael McBride was just a monster on the drums and probably more of an out-of-control heavy hitter.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
The burger diner chain, on social media, outed itself as being behind a billboard in Nashville, Tennessee, calling for the ouster of Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Felss Masino.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 23 Sep. 2025
In his third career plate appearance, Eldridge inside-outed a four-seam fastball from the Diamondbacks’ Taylor Rashi.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 21 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for out
Adverb
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The sound of hammering came from outside in the driveway, where some men were building a coffin.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Oct. 2025
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
26 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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The bout was a showcase of mutual respect between the two icons, which was highlighted by a handwritten note from Cena that was read aloud before the match.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
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Blue Jackets coach Dean Evason wondered aloud if his players showed Colorado’s collection of Stanley Cup winners and NHL award winners too much respect.—
Aaron Portzline,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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That’s what Bernie Sanders is all about.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
27 Oct. 2025
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The page is packed with the brand’s best-selling styles, from the Align leggings to the Everywhere Belt Bag; there are simply too many can’t-miss fall travel staples to keep the best ones all to myself.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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The soft, breathable cotton blend fabric floats away from the body and can be worn both over a shirt and under a jacket.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Oct. 2025
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Freddie nearly stepped away from baseball in 2024 after his son Max was diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
26 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Experts and travel blogs often highlight Anguilla as a remote, exclusive escape free of shopping malls, cruise ships and high-rises where travelers can soak up crystal-clear waters, white sand beaches and fresh seafood feasts.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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Make sure your pothos is planted in a pot with plenty of drainage holes to let any excess water escape.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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In the musical film, HUNTR/X faces their biggest threat yet in the form of the Saja Boys, a rival boy band comprised of demons intent on stealing the ladies' fanbase and feasting on their souls.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
21 Oct. 2025
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At the end of 2018, Top Rank became intent on signing Tyson Fury.—
Ed Caesar,
New Yorker,
20 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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FarmVille wasn’t bad, but something was missing.—
Moisés Naím,
Literary Hub,
27 Oct. 2025
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She was hanged; her body thrown in the river and is often spotted wearing a green turban to hide her missing ear.—
Noreen Kompanik,
Boston Herald,
26 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The idea spread around campus after it was discussed with the Yell Leaders, and the tradition was born that evening.—
Jordy Fee-Platt,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Reactions to the extraordinary news spread quickly, ranging from surprise to anger at the league itself, according to five people who work inside or closely with the NBA, all of whom were granted anonymity because they were not permitted to speak publicly about the matter.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/out. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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