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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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
The transcendent talent could have gone out on top in 2022 after winning the Golden Ball as the best player in the World Cup for the second time.
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Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
Beware that many of the bars suggested by ChatGPT (crack open a guide book, loser) may have gone out of business or changed their names, as bars open and close all the time.
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Anton Hur,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
The shooter’s French-speaking sidekick, Iris, performed with biting brilliance by Julie Helga, addresses him as a friend, but the creators have gone out of their way to avoid glorifying him or his nihilistic destruction.
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Justin Davidson,
Vulture,
7 Apr. 2026
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.
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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.
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David Moin,
Footwear News,
10 Feb. 2026
This past offseason, Herro could have gone out as 2025 All-Star.
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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.
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Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
Beware that many of the bars suggested by ChatGPT (crack open a guide book, loser) may have gone out of business or changed their names, as bars open and close all the time.
—
Anton Hur,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
The shooter’s French-speaking sidekick, Iris, performed with biting brilliance by Julie Helga, addresses him as a friend, but the creators have gone out of their way to avoid glorifying him or his nihilistic destruction.
—
Justin Davidson,
Vulture,
7 Apr. 2026
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.
—
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gone out
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Niv Shisler, 24, an aspiring rapper who works at Dorfman’s restaurant, moved to the town last November lured by cheap housing when rents collapsed during the war.
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The project had to be unplugged within months — before being widely deployed — when the company behind it collapsed.
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Some blooms can be consumed or mixed into elixirs, bringing aesthetic charm, subtle flavor, and wellness benefits to your dishes and routine.
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For this reason, expert opinions are mixed on whether or not gold is an essential part of any portfolio.
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Your chance to take up to 70 percent off brands like Samsonite, Vionic, and New Balance is almost gone.
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There was a time in this country when the Democratic Party held the moral high ground in American politics, but those days are long gone, and one need look no farther than oyster farmer Graham Platner for proof.
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Perhaps because she’s just better socialized than me, Olivia Rodrigo responds with disarming attention to my usual pre-interview small talk.
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The defense called several witnesses, including Centennial High School track coach Adam Linwood, who testified that athletes commonly socialized in other schools' tents during track meets.
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Meanwhile, Jayden stepped out in a pair of jeans with a leather belt and a white tank top.
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Jake Reiner stepped out in support of a family friend this week.
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“Gone out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gone%20out. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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