go out

verb

Definition of go outnext
1
as in to collapse
to fall down or in as a result of physical pressure there was concern that the dam would go out under the force of the flood waters

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2
as in to mix
to take part in social activities she enjoys going out on weekends, but during the week she's a homebody

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Recent Examples of go out Kate McLellan, a resident on Oahu’s North Shore, was still waiting for the worst of the storm to strike after her power went out Sunday morning. — ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026 Our thoughts and prayers go out to the children and families of Brown Bear Daycare. — Conor Wight, CBS News, 15 Aug. 2026 Add too much vinegar and the dressing goes out of balance one way. — Los Angeles Times, 14 Aug. 2026 Ralph posed on the beach in the Spanx Swim Cutout One-Piece, a classic bathing suit that will never go out of style. — Claire West, PEOPLE, 14 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for go out
Recent Examples of Synonyms for go out
  1. collapse
  2. mix
  3. go
  4. associate
  5. mingle
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  • The United States and Canada are barreling toward a deeper trade war after last-ditch efforts to strike a deal collapsed Friday.
    — Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026
  • The Soviet Union collapsed in December 1991, and its successor, the Russian Federation, didn’t use Tartus for many years.
    — Paul Iddon, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of collapse
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  • The footage mixes high-speed chases and explosive action with comedic beats, framing a story built around chaos, mismatched heroism and rising stakes as the mission unfolds.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The result is a lightweight, hydrating formula that can be mixed on the move, minus the mess.
    — Jenny B. Fine, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of mix
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  • Unconventional living situations going viral With rentals more expensive than ever, social media posts on how to save money in New York often rack up thousands of likes.
    — Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Some go years before receiving an accurate diagnosis or proper medical care.
    — Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of go
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  • Researchers and local media reported earlier this year on unsafe and unregulated mining associated with a rapidly expanding gold rush around Zamboye, where the mine collapsed.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Drinking tea has been consistently associated with a longer lifespan.
    — Anahad O’Connor, Washington Post, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of associate
Verb
  • Getting dressed up, mixing and mingling with good friends, eating great food, and toasting with special cocktails are all part of the experience.
    — Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The ‘next step’ On a sunny September day last year in the Chinese port city of Ningbo, not far from Shanghai, higher-ups from shipping company Sea Legend mingled with local transport officials at a port terminal.
    — Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of mingle

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“Go out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/go%20out. Accessed 24 Aug. 2026.

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