BREAKOUTS Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

breakouts

noun

plural of breakout

as in escapes

the act or an instance of getting free from danger or confinement the captives had been planning to stage a breakout at the next change in shift for the guards

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Recent Examples of breakouts Our smile lines will fade, our dark spots will ease up, our breakouts will clear. — Elizabeth Siegel, Allure, 17 Sep. 2026 The benefits go well beyond clearing breakouts According to Very Well Health, salicylic acid delivers exfoliating, keratolytic and anti-inflammatory benefits. — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Sep. 2026 Ta’Amu was in control against Toronto on Sunday, coordinating breakouts and making moves past his defenders at the offensive blue line. — Murat Ates, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026 In an embarrassment of riches this year, what stood out as the biggest breakouts? — David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2026 While dairy doesn’t directly cause acne in everyone, certain components in milk and dairy products, including hormones and proteins like whey, may contribute to breakouts. — Lindsay Curtis, HEALTH, 7 Sep. 2026 An investor sees the breadth divergence, watches the failed breakouts and notices the heavier down-volume, but then waits for a headline to confirm what the price data has already said. — Thomas Hartmann, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026 The breakouts need to be better and Sturm believes that’s tied to what’s going on at the other end of the ice. — Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 21 Aug. 2026 Those with skin prone to irritation or breakouts will also be pleased to know that the serum is sensitive-skin friendly, fragrance free, and suitable for all skin types. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 21 Aug. 2026

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Summary The Maldives, long known for luxury escapes, is experiencing a significant shift in traveler expectations.

— Lela London, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
No dragons, of course, but plenty of political conniving, clashing swords and last-minute escapes.

— Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of escapes

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Mohsen Rezaee, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, said countries that cooperate with measures limiting Iranian commercial flights could face retaliatory action.

— Adrienne Vogt, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2026
The driver, who requested anonymity for fear of retaliation, said a commander ordered him to leave the airport, saying no flights would be landing.

— ABC News, ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026