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as in aloud
with one's normal voice speaking the words
the search parties were sent in different directions and told to cry out if they discovered anything
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as in all
to a full extent or degree
when stretched out, the ribbon was just long enough
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as in escape
the act or a means of getting or keeping away from something undesirable
I really don't want to go to the party, and I've been searching for an out
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as in intent
fully committed to achieving a goal
he's out to get even with the guy who beat him last time around
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as in to eject
to drive or force out
before moving in, we outed all the furry little creatures who had settled in the cabin over the winter
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Recent Examples of out
Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 Oct. 2025
From high-tech skin tools to oral care upgrades that make fresh breath feel less like a chore, these wellness deals are all about feeling good from the inside out.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 8 Oct. 2025
Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 1 Oct. 2025
Just after the Angels handed him a 6-3 lead in the top of the fifth, Farris gave up back-to-back hits and a walk to loaded the bases with no outs in the bottom of the inning.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 20 Sep. 2025
James Factora, Them., 26 Sep. 2025
These high-achieving students act as magnets, attracting others in their home towns who don’t mind paying an out-of-state sticker price that, to them, still seems like a steal.
—Jeffrey Selingo, New Yorker, 19 Sep. 2025
Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Sep. 2025
Long lines, crowded aisles, and depleted shelves can make a grocery outing with the best of intentions fall flat, fast.
—Aly Walansky, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2025
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Adverb
Protein and greens powders are some of the priciest food items out there—some topping $100 per tub.
—Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 Oct. 2025
From high-tech skin tools to oral care upgrades that make fresh breath feel less like a chore, these wellness deals are all about feeling good from the inside out.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 8 Oct. 2025
Noun
The initial air date would have been less than a month after Ozzy’s death, which came two weeks after the rock icon performed his final show, the all-star Back to the Beginning blow-out, at his home soccer stadium, Villa Park, in his hometown of Birmingham, England.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 1 Oct. 2025
Just after the Angels handed him a 6-3 lead in the top of the fifth, Farris gave up back-to-back hits and a walk to loaded the bases with no outs in the bottom of the inning.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 20 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Callie, the hottest person at Seattle Grace, went through so much turmoil and humiliation in her relationships prior to that, including, but not limited to, being cheated on by her husband and being dumped by a newly out lesbian who couldn’t handle her being bisexual.
—James Factora, Them., 26 Sep. 2025
These high-achieving students act as magnets, attracting others in their home towns who don’t mind paying an out-of-state sticker price that, to them, still seems like a steal.
—Jeffrey Selingo, New Yorker, 19 Sep. 2025
Verb
It's also expected that David Giuntoli, who may or may not have outed himself as the Game Maker in the season 1 finale, will play a larger role in season 2.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Sep. 2025
Long lines, crowded aisles, and depleted shelves can make a grocery outing with the best of intentions fall flat, fast.
—Aly Walansky, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for out
Adverb
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Daylight saving time is supposed to save energy, since during the warmer months the majority of people will be outside and not home, which saves energy.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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Harrington's sump pump had malfunctioned, failing to push rising waters back outside.—
Tamia Fowlkes,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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Storyline Online is an Emmy-winning program that encourages reading aloud to children, in order to improve their reading, writing and communication skills, according to its website.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
PEOPLE,
7 Oct. 2025
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His producer did not read it aloud.—
Afşin Yurdakul,
Time,
7 Oct. 2025
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This sport is littered with clubs that have hit their nadirs and rebounded all within the timeframe of the Angels’ last winning record, the Detroit Tigers, Miami Marlins, Baltimore Orioles, Arizona Diamondbacks and many more.—
Sam Blum,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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But the Ravens are also missing numerous key pieces on defense, as defensive lineman Nnamdi Madubuike, linebacker Roquan Smith and safety Kyle Hamilton are all injured.—
Jacob Camenker,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Notre Dame had a 79-yard TD drive in the third quarter and a 52-yarder in the fourth to put the game away.—
Jim Keyser,
Idaho Statesman,
5 Oct. 2025
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Three victories on the spin at Old Trafford, and none so far away, also fuelled Amorim’s angst.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Heartbreaking to hear her talk about needing an escape from her abusive husband.—
Grace Byron,
Vulture,
6 Oct. 2025
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Among the Trees and Hilltops After Nobu’s serene luxury, Acre Resort was a lush escape.—
Lisa Greissinger,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Another plan for the Excelsior Club While the council seems intent on moving forward with Kennedy’s revitalization plans, The Charlotte Museum of History’s CEO would like to save the building.—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Oct. 2025
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In the meantime, Simmons — in his first season at FIU — is intent on upgrading his roster for 2026.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
5 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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But the Satin Doll's vintage Schlitz sign has gone missing.—
Mary Spicuzza,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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Somehow, after the plane landed though before Andrés and Daria reached the taxi stand, Daria’s wallet went missing.—
Catherine Lacey,
New Yorker,
5 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Twenty years later, Iraq War veteran Aaron Hughes continues spreading his realization that soldiers can better champion American ideals by following their conscience over orders.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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About 25% of female breast cancer cases were found at the regional stage, meaning the cancer had spread to nearby lymph nodes, tissues, or organs, and 6% were found at a distant stage, meaning the cancer had spread to distant parts of the body, CDC data shows.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/out. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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