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

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Afusia, a 5-foot-11, 265-pound junior lineman, sure looked quick getting out in front of Fields on his long touchdown run.

— Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2026
All workers got out safely and were accounted for without any injuries, Mayor Tiffany O’Donnell said in a Facebook video.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of get out

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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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