1
as in collapsed
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 mixed
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 gone out
Historian Mark Klempner’s study of Dutch people who rescued Jewish children revealed that nearly all reported having a parent or relative who had consistently gone out of their way to help other people in different contexts.
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Catherine A. Sanderson, The Conversation, 3 Mar. 2026
National chains such as Sears, Kmart, Radio Shack, Payless Shoes and HH Gregg have either shuttered locations or gone out of business altogether.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 23 Feb. 2026
While there haven’t been any designer brands that are known to have gone out of business because of the Saks Global bankruptcy, there is plenty of concern that some of the retailer’s smaller suppliers will have to go dark.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
This past offseason, Herro could have gone out as 2025 All-Star.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 3 Feb. 2026
Even before the expedition reached land, Islanders had gone out to the ships, paddling canoes or reed bundles, or just swimming, unafraid and unarmed.
—Literary Hub, 28 Jan. 2026
More than 12,000 boxes have already gone out the door.
—Dev Patnaik, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
In a video shown at the event, Furmencio Quiroz recalled leaving with his family, his children fearful because the power had gone out, thinking they would be gone for a short time, but eventually returning to their home reduced to ashes.
—Sierra Van Der Brug, Daily News, 21 Jan. 2026
Avoiding window treatment trends that have gone out of fashion is certainly part of the equation, but starting off on the right foot is just as imperative.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Jan. 2026
Catherine A. Sanderson, The Conversation, 3 Mar. 2026
National chains such as Sears, Kmart, Radio Shack, Payless Shoes and HH Gregg have either shuttered locations or gone out of business altogether.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 23 Feb. 2026
While there haven’t been any designer brands that are known to have gone out of business because of the Saks Global bankruptcy, there is plenty of concern that some of the retailer’s smaller suppliers will have to go dark.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
This past offseason, Herro could have gone out as 2025 All-Star.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 3 Feb. 2026
Even before the expedition reached land, Islanders had gone out to the ships, paddling canoes or reed bundles, or just swimming, unafraid and unarmed.
—Literary Hub, 28 Jan. 2026
More than 12,000 boxes have already gone out the door.
—Dev Patnaik, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
In a video shown at the event, Furmencio Quiroz recalled leaving with his family, his children fearful because the power had gone out, thinking they would be gone for a short time, but eventually returning to their home reduced to ashes.
—Sierra Van Der Brug, Daily News, 21 Jan. 2026
Avoiding window treatment trends that have gone out of fashion is certainly part of the equation, but starting off on the right foot is just as imperative.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gone out
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King collapsed on the field last May and eventually underwent heart surgery.—
Damian Calhoun,
Daily News,
16 Mar. 2026
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On hearing her name, Madigan collapsed into the arms of her husband, actor Ed Harris.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Mar. 2026
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The dough must be mixed by hand or a low-speed mixer, and the rounds must be made without the help of a rolling pin.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
14 Mar. 2026
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Oat Haus Cookie Dough Granola Butter Gluten free and vegan, Oat Haus' Cookie Dough Granola Butter also has chocolate chips mixed in for the perfect sweet treat.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2026
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Some of Hadi’s friends have had their homes raided; others have been detained, or have gone missing.—
Cora Engelbrecht,
New Yorker,
20 Mar. 2026
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Money, power, art, fraud allegations and a business partnership, maybe even a friendship, gone awry make for an explosive cocktail in The Oligarch and the Art Dealer.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Mar. 2026
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The complaint also targets Cohen directly, accusing him of playing favorites with castmembers who socialized with him.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
17 Mar. 2026
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In another part of the room, Nicole Kidman laughed and socialized while sipping champagne.—
Lindsey Bahr,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
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The As Ever founder stepped out for a surprise Paris Fashion Week appearance, supporting her friend Pierpaolo Piccioli at his Balenciaga debut swathed in a dramatic white cape.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
21 Mar. 2026
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Tallulah Willis stepped out in April to celebrate her dad's acting career.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 Mar. 2026
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