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as in escapes
a place or means of going out
all of the building's exits were being watched by security guards
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as in departures
the act of leaving a place
the movie star's quick exit through the back of the hotel went unnoticed by the horde of photographers waiting out front
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as in deaths
the permanent stopping of all the vital bodily activities
determined that his exit be from a place and time of his own choosing, the terminally ill patient opted for suicide
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as in moves
to leave a place often for another
in case of fire, exit from the building in a calm and orderly fashion
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as in dies
to stop living
expressed her wish to exit surrounded by family and friends
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Recent Examples of exits
Andrew Khouri, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2026
The left lane of eastbound I-70 was also temporarily closed between those exits.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2026
But Edwards hit a 3-pointer a few seconds later to push the lead to 135-128 and send the home fans streaming toward the exits.
—ABC News, 11 Apr. 2026
The new congressional map ultimately passed, but the lawmakers gained national attention for their exits as California considered redrawing its congressional districts to favor Democrats.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Apr. 2026
In oil-flow terms, the exits are significant but still way below peace-time levels.
—Julian Lee, Fortune, 11 Apr. 2026
Adorning urban intersections and rising high at countryside interstate exits, the gas-station sign announces the mood of the consumer economy.
—Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 11 Apr. 2026
The Hayward property is near Interstate 880 and is a few freeway exits from the Port of Oakland.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 10 Apr. 2026
Kelly added that small changes, like keeping high-value pieces away from exits or using more secure mounting hardware, can make a meaningful difference by slowing down a thief and giving law enforcement more time to respond.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 5 Apr. 2026
Jason Ma, Fortune, 11 Apr. 2026
Light is channeled along the length of each cantilever via a waveguide, and exits at its tip.
—IEEE Spectrum, 9 Apr. 2026
For the players and coaches these days, exits are the business.
—Mac Engel
april 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026
Playoff exits before the Super Bowl, let alone the Divisional Round, may be good enough in other NFL cities.
—Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2026
Much of that oil exits the gulf through the Strait of Hormuz to reach customers around the world, but Iran has blocked it to enemies.
—Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2026
Your colon exits through the pelvic floor, Pasricha said.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 7 Apr. 2026
After The Boss exits, New Art confronts Curator, questioning the promise of visibility and a newfound purpose.
—Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
Rachel removes her wedding dress, gathers her belongings and exits the cabin.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2026
Noun
Across the entire interim system funded by the city, 51% of exits in January were to unknown and uninhabitable locations, down from 56% two months earlier, according to the latest data available.
—Andrew Khouri, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2026
The left lane of eastbound I-70 was also temporarily closed between those exits.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2026
But Edwards hit a 3-pointer a few seconds later to push the lead to 135-128 and send the home fans streaming toward the exits.
—ABC News, 11 Apr. 2026
The new congressional map ultimately passed, but the lawmakers gained national attention for their exits as California considered redrawing its congressional districts to favor Democrats.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Apr. 2026
In oil-flow terms, the exits are significant but still way below peace-time levels.
—Julian Lee, Fortune, 11 Apr. 2026
Adorning urban intersections and rising high at countryside interstate exits, the gas-station sign announces the mood of the consumer economy.
—Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 11 Apr. 2026
The Hayward property is near Interstate 880 and is a few freeway exits from the Port of Oakland.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 10 Apr. 2026
Kelly added that small changes, like keeping high-value pieces away from exits or using more secure mounting hardware, can make a meaningful difference by slowing down a thief and giving law enforcement more time to respond.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 5 Apr. 2026
Verb
Meanwhile, three oil supertankers transited the narrow waterway, representing the biggest day of oil exits through Hormuz since Iran closed off the chokepoint through which one-fifth of the world’s oil passed before the war.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 11 Apr. 2026
Light is channeled along the length of each cantilever via a waveguide, and exits at its tip.
—IEEE Spectrum, 9 Apr. 2026
For the players and coaches these days, exits are the business.
—Mac Engel
april 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026
Playoff exits before the Super Bowl, let alone the Divisional Round, may be good enough in other NFL cities.
—Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2026
Much of that oil exits the gulf through the Strait of Hormuz to reach customers around the world, but Iran has blocked it to enemies.
—Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2026
Your colon exits through the pelvic floor, Pasricha said.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 7 Apr. 2026
After The Boss exits, New Art confronts Curator, questioning the promise of visibility and a newfound purpose.
—Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
Rachel removes her wedding dress, gathers her belongings and exits the cabin.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exits
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Here are six ingenious escapes throughout history.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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Marland plans to install a mesh top over the kangaroo enclosure to prevent future escapes.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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Their colleagues were prepared to move forward with the motions to expel them if their departures were not imminent.—
Caitlin Yilek,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Still, the two members left the timeline of their departures ambiguous, and the lawmakers who were pushing to oust them might still take action today.—
Nicholas Wu,
semafor.com,
14 Apr. 2026
Noun
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No ships were in the fjord, officials said, and no deaths or injuries were reported.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 Apr. 2026
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On April 8, Cassandra Lange, 29, and Joby Williams, 30, were placed in custody and charged with capital murder in connection with the deaths of Cherry and Stephen Rehbein, according to a news release from the Medina County Sheriff's Office (MCSO).—
Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
12 Apr. 2026
Verb
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As the storm moves away, this likelihood decreases.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
12 Apr. 2026
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Luna and other House conservatives have vowed to hold up legislation from passing the House until the Senate moves the SAVE America Act.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Apr. 2026
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Lack of in-home nurses; baby dies Much of Middlebrooks’ order, and the appeals court ruling that affirms it, concerns the in-home nursing care that parents of medically complex children rely upon.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
11 Apr. 2026
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The great Sandra Hüller stars as a woman whose husband dies from a fall at their home.—
Brian Tallerico,
Vulture,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Many one-time couch potatoes no longer watch TV in such fashion, so the outlets looking for new viewers need to use a broader assortment of media opportunities to drive interest.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2026
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West of Indianapolis, this complex melds inspiring display gardens, retail outlets, and events space into one sanctuary.—
Teresa Woodard,
Midwest Living,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Brassicas, including broccoli, cabbage, and Brussels sprouts, are often targeted by cabbage loopers, which can riddle their leaves with holes.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2026
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The chimps found that using sticks, stones and leaves can make day-to-day living easier and more productive.—
Chi Varnado,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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No reason was provided for the shops’ demises.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
26 Nov. 2025
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The mission, the fourth of 2025, would also be Starship's first flight since May 27 amid a year plagued by explosive demises for the vehicle.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
26 Aug. 2025
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“Exits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exits. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
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