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as in to get (away)
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for light out
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The suspect got out of the car and attempted to flee the scene, but was eventually arrested at Roosevelt Boulevard and Red Lion Road.—
Tom Ignudo,
CBS News,
12 June 2026 -
Salah, 33, announced his departure from Liverpool, a team he was once credited with bringing back to life, as the club spent the majority of this season fighting to get out of the mud and adapting under new leadership.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
11 June 2026
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So the four of us set out for Cedar River, the outlet of Lake Wabaskang, 100 miles north of International Falls.—
Fred Bear,
Outdoor Life,
11 June 2026
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The district says its charter evaluations are consistent and fair — based on rules set out by the state and district policy.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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Tree removal crews were on site Friday morning to clear out the brush and limbs away from the 100-year-old house.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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Smith's qualms stemmed from the massive requirements for the presidential visit, which shut down surrounding streets near Madison Square Garden and forced police to clear out outdoor watch parties.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
12 June 2026
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The photo of Kyle and Amanda leaving the reunion and laughing went viral, which also set off some conspiracies among the very normal fandom of these shows.—
Kate Aurthur,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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Activewear brand Lululemon is in hot water in China after a promotional event held on the Great Wall appeared to mistakenly feature a Japanese drum – setting off an online furor.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
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According to police reports and court records, Kisakye, 27, of Randolph, used his insider knowledge of the couple’s home to break in, unlock their safe, then make off with large diamonds, gold, watches, and pearls.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
3 June 2026
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Still, the traits — big arm, mobile, able to make off-schedule throws — stood out.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2026
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Firefighters, meanwhile, put out the fire from a makeshift engine that Gary Fire Department leaders crafted for the event.—
Michelle L. Quinn,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2026
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There’s different reasons for putting out music.—
Jonathan Bernstein,
Rolling Stone,
13 June 2026
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Kentucky State Police confirmed that Suresh's dog was also struck by a vehicle after escaping onto the interstate and died.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
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Meanwhile, young people are trying to escape algorithmic environments in search of true human connection.—
Kian Bakhtiari,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Along with Balogun, Sergiño Dest was taken off for Timothy Weah.—
Jacob Lev,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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Why the honey scent trend is taking off The appeal of a honey scent comes down to balance.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 June 2026
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“Light out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/light%20out. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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