LEAK OUT Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

leak (out)

verb

ˈlēk

Definition of leak (out)

as in to spread

to become known the candidate's campaign didn't want his choice of a running mate to leak out before an official announcement was made

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The suites are spread across two floors, with either a garden terrace or balcony.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
Some of that investment could be spread across several markets, according to a Thursday report from Mirae Asset Securities.

— Jenny Lee, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of spread

Verb

How elastocaloric cooling works Conventional air conditioners and refrigerators generally use vapor-compression systems, which circulate refrigerants through a cycle of compression, condensation, expansion, and evaporation.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026
Detroit police say security will be increased at the city's annual Tree Lighting as a flyer circulating online calls for a teen takeover at the downtown celebration.

— Gino Vicci, CBS News, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of circulate

Verb

Police said information, including surveillance video, indicated that the woman got out of the car and ran inside a convenience store for help.

— Jeramie Bizzle, CBS News, 7 Nov. 2026
This isn't a speaker for playing sensible background music at a dinner party; it's meant for a raging house party that could get out of control.

— Christian de Looper, PC Magazine, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of get out

Verb

The Rams came out strong to start the second half, Corum breaking off a 23-yard touchdown run for a 17-9 lead.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026
Murdoch’s comments about tough comparisons to 2025 are undermined by October ratings, which came out last week.

— Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of come out

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And while life in the most walkable cities in the US can mean saving on gas (not to mention car insurance, parking, and potential parking tickets), getting around on foot isn’t only about your budget.

— Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 6 Nov. 2026
New pipelines, railways, and ports were discussed as ways to get around the chokepoint.

— Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of get around

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