1
as in proving
to come to be
in the end everything came out OK
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2
as in appearing
to come into view
come out, come out wherever you are!
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as in spreading
to become known
when the truth came out about the state of the company's finances, several top executives lost their jobs
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as in putting out
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Recent Examples of coming out
Matt Audilet, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Sep. 2025
Video on social media showed a drink coming out of the gallery and hitting McIlroy’s wife in her hat, sparking more anger from the Northern Irishman.
—Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 28 Sep. 2025
The competition was then between Ashley Hollis and Vince Panaro during part two, with Hollis coming out on top.
—Dina Kaur, AZCentral.com, 28 Sep. 2025
They are served staright after coming out of the oven.
—Shivani Vora, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Then coming out, winning the game, especially after that Super Bowl win?
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 13 Sep. 2025
Ultimately, the biggest reasons for optimism coming out of such a debilitating loss are a defense that held up to the test and a defensive line that was dominant in the second half.
—Jason Lloyd, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
There are more things coming out.
—Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
So far, there have been roughly 2,800 diagnoses of the deadly fungal infection with about a quarter of cases coming out of Texas, according to the CDC data.
—Joyce Orlando, Nashville Tennessean, 21 Aug. 2025
Noun
After coming out of the locker room at halftime, Johnson stopped for an interview with NFL on CBS sideline reporter Aditi Kinkhabwala.
—Matt Audilet, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Sep. 2025
Video on social media showed a drink coming out of the gallery and hitting McIlroy’s wife in her hat, sparking more anger from the Northern Irishman.
—Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 28 Sep. 2025
The competition was then between Ashley Hollis and Vince Panaro during part two, with Hollis coming out on top.
—Dina Kaur, AZCentral.com, 28 Sep. 2025
They are served staright after coming out of the oven.
—Shivani Vora, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Then coming out, winning the game, especially after that Super Bowl win?
—Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 13 Sep. 2025
Ultimately, the biggest reasons for optimism coming out of such a debilitating loss are a defense that held up to the test and a defensive line that was dominant in the second half.
—Jason Lloyd, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
There are more things coming out.
—Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
So far, there have been roughly 2,800 diagnoses of the deadly fungal infection with about a quarter of cases coming out of Texas, according to the CDC data.
—Joyce Orlando, Nashville Tennessean, 21 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coming out
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Set against bold reds and geometric shapes, the season’s romantic details offered softness with intention, proving that delicacy and strength can coexist on the runway, each amplifying the other.—
Essence,
Essence,
24 Sep. 2025
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Their hopes for an intimate gathering, however, are dashed with the unexpected arrival of Karl’s estranged mother, Vibeke, who is intent on rejoining the family and proving herself as a grandmother.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
24 Sep. 2025
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As previously announced, others appearing in major roles this season will include John Malkovich and John Ortiz, who has been upped from special guest star to series regular.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
22 Sep. 2025
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The New York Times, citing people familiar with the case, reported Homan was recorded on FBI audiotape appearing to accept the money in exchange for agreeing to secure future government contracts related to border security for the agents, who were posing as businessmen.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
22 Sep. 2025
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Firefighters are mopping up Monday after an early morning fire engulfed a railcar on Roseville Road in North Sacramento before spreading to a towing yard and knocking out power to nearby customers.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
22 Sep. 2025
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Hari said friends immediately contacted him asking whether his prior visa status could complicate his ability to travel, underscoring the uncertainty spreading quickly through immigrant circles.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
22 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Luke Shaw’s readiness to charge down a ball falling out of the sky, burst through a mass of bodies and bludgeon it towards Casemiro for a tap-in was everything Amorim had asked for.—
Mark Critchley,
New York Times,
21 Sep. 2025
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Late last year, before falling out with the president, Elon Musk called for more highly skilled workers as did and fellow entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
21 Sep. 2025
Verb
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On the way, an Uber driver complained about traffic, completely unaware of what was unfolding around the corner.—
Ana González Vilá,
Rolling Stone,
25 Sep. 2025
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Why is the fight unfolding right now any different?—
Craig Gilbert,
jsonline.com,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Video of the robbery circulating online shows the masked people carrying what appears to be pick axes, crow bars and tire irons.—
Kyle Martin,
Mercury News,
26 Sep. 2025
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Alexandra Grant, visual artist and actor Keanu Reeves’ girlfriend, debunked rumors circulating online that the couple were recently married.—
Paula Soria,
AZCentral.com,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Much of that production came as the Eagles mounted their second-half comeback.—
Matt Audilet,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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Kyle Palmieri has stepped up over the last couple of seasons, but the Islanders need more production.—
The Athletic NHL,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In recent years, the district has kept evolving with additional entertainment options.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
26 Sep. 2025
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If approved, the policy committee recommended the policy be reviewed annually, due to the rapidly-evolving landscape of AI technology.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Coming out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coming%20out. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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