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as in exits
a place or means of going out
this road is the only outlet for traffic coming from the racetrack
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as in platforms
a place or opportunity for communicating ideas and information
technology has provided many new outlets for amateur writers and artists to share their work with a global audience
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Recent Examples of outlets
Multiple outlets have reported that lawmakers must schedule appointments at the DOJ at least 24 hours in advance to assess the documents at a secure facility.
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Philip Wang, Time, 20 Feb. 2026
Media outlets and NGOs later identified that agent as Gertler (though he was never charged in the case).
—Nicolas Niarchos, Vanity Fair, 20 Feb. 2026
The term has been widely used throughout the decades by fans, journalists and outlets chronicling the history of thrash.
—Jon Wiederhorn, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
She was taken to a hospital and later died of her injuries, the news outlets reported.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
Under Carr’s leadership, the FCC has moved to strip those protections from liberal-leaning broadcast outlets, while exempting other broadcasts like right-wing talk radio.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 19 Feb. 2026
Like their respective outlets, Entin plays things more down the middle than Huddy.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 19 Feb. 2026
At the same time, outlets including Variety see the Oscar picture as a genuine toss-up based on reporting and conversations with voters.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 19 Feb. 2026
Demands for bitcoin had been made to TMZ and other media outlets, but their authenticity remains in question.
—Paige Williams, New Yorker, 14 Feb. 2026
Philip Wang, Time, 20 Feb. 2026
Media outlets and NGOs later identified that agent as Gertler (though he was never charged in the case).
—Nicolas Niarchos, Vanity Fair, 20 Feb. 2026
The term has been widely used throughout the decades by fans, journalists and outlets chronicling the history of thrash.
—Jon Wiederhorn, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
She was taken to a hospital and later died of her injuries, the news outlets reported.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
Under Carr’s leadership, the FCC has moved to strip those protections from liberal-leaning broadcast outlets, while exempting other broadcasts like right-wing talk radio.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 19 Feb. 2026
Like their respective outlets, Entin plays things more down the middle than Huddy.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 19 Feb. 2026
At the same time, outlets including Variety see the Oscar picture as a genuine toss-up based on reporting and conversations with voters.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 19 Feb. 2026
Demands for bitcoin had been made to TMZ and other media outlets, but their authenticity remains in question.
—Paige Williams, New Yorker, 14 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outlets
Noun
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Chaos quickly unfolds as players on benches dive for cover, those on the ice frantically skate toward exits and fans flee their seats.—
Kimberlee Kruesi,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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The video shows people in the stands running for the exits when the first shots are heard, and players on the bench duck down.—
Phil Helsel,
NBC news,
17 Feb. 2026
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The agency's statement added that this constitutes offenses punishable under national and international laws, as well as under policies on moderation adopted by major digital platforms.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Feb. 2026
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Time spent on Instagram The lawsuit alleges that Meta designed its platforms to keep users scrolling and juice profits, a key line of questioning Wednesday.—
Clare Duffy,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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That beginning set off ten days of actors and filmmakers being asked at press conferences for their stances on global political issues, and social media angst over those responses.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
21 Feb. 2026
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Jax was just 1½ pounds when he was born three months prematurely in March 2023, and Stassi missed the entire Angels season to be with his wife and son as the infant battled multiple health issues.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
21 Feb. 2026
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Accessibility All of the dining venues and wellness facilities (including the yoga and fitness pavilions and spa treatment rooms) are accessible from within the first floor of the Estate House and the surrounding grounds; the Estate House, along with the Casitas, offer ADA rooms.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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Herbst noted that this year’s race was boosted by a lift in out-of-home deliveries, with consumption in bars, restaurants and other venues accounting for 10% of Fox’s overall audience.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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Organizers say the space will offer a dynamic schedule of events, including art exhibits, live performances, community forums, and educational workshops.—
CBS News Atlanta Staff,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
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The fund also has invite-only forums, such as last year’s in Montana that featured actor Kevin Costner, where investors can hear about potential projects directly from those involved, which can include A-list stars.—
Samantha Masunaga,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Outlets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outlets. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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