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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
Don't go into a basement, or any room, if water covers the electrical outlets or if cords are submerged.
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Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Apr. 2026
News outlets, including the Wall Street Journal and New York Times, have reported that a search and rescue operation is ongoing.
—Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
In separate filings, both media outlets raised questions as to the validity of the NFL’s broadcast antitrust exemption, a provision established under the Sports Broadcasting Act of 1961.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 3 Apr. 2026
In the wake of the Iraq War—when countless media outlets across the United States drummed up fears of weapons of mass destruction in Iraq—Parry wanted to create a more independent news outlet.
—Literary Hub, 3 Apr. 2026
The hoax was so convincing that some media outlets initially reported it as genuine, prompting Adidas to hurriedly issue a clarification.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 3 Apr. 2026
The more useful part is the range of outcomes, and the way different outlets are framing the Nets when they’re penciled in near the top of the board.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 3 Apr. 2026
On TikTok, Woodard-Jones — whose story was covered by The Washington Post and then picked up by a number of other outlets —- said her flight had been booked through a workplace portal.
—Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Some outlets still project him as a late first-round selection.
—Noah White, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Apr. 2026
News outlets, including the Wall Street Journal and New York Times, have reported that a search and rescue operation is ongoing.
—Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
In separate filings, both media outlets raised questions as to the validity of the NFL’s broadcast antitrust exemption, a provision established under the Sports Broadcasting Act of 1961.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 3 Apr. 2026
In the wake of the Iraq War—when countless media outlets across the United States drummed up fears of weapons of mass destruction in Iraq—Parry wanted to create a more independent news outlet.
—Literary Hub, 3 Apr. 2026
The hoax was so convincing that some media outlets initially reported it as genuine, prompting Adidas to hurriedly issue a clarification.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 3 Apr. 2026
The more useful part is the range of outcomes, and the way different outlets are framing the Nets when they’re penciled in near the top of the board.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 3 Apr. 2026
On TikTok, Woodard-Jones — whose story was covered by The Washington Post and then picked up by a number of other outlets —- said her flight had been booked through a workplace portal.
—Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Some outlets still project him as a late first-round selection.
—Noah White, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outlets
Noun
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Why the March 31 Deadline Matters More than 34 million Americans are enrolled in Medicare Advantage, and analysts estimate that around 3 million face immediate financial exposure this year due to plan exits, rising costs and shrinking networks.—
Amanda Greenwood,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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There have been 23 instances of this phenomenon, and the Bucks (championship in 2021, early exits in four years since) were threatening to join it.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
30 Mar. 2026
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The bill only applies to social media platforms with $1 billion or more in annual advertising revenue, a pool that includes other social media giants such as YouTube and TikTok but may not capture other popular platforms like Discord, which is widely used by gamers.—
Angela Palermo,
Idaho Statesman,
2 Apr. 2026
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These platforms must forge collaborative networks that mutually reinforce one another and establish a rigorous framework that makes the cultural values of the biennial format legible, tangible, and palpable to various segments of society in the immediate locale and across the continent.—
Smooth Nzewi,
Artforum,
2 Apr. 2026
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Fulton County officials have forcefully pushed back, arguing the issues cited reflect routine administrative errors rather than evidence of fraud.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Mar. 2026
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When weather issues later threatened insurance coverage during production, Hanks and Zemeckis covered that cost as well.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
28 Mar. 2026
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Colorado, of course, is not short on country musicians or venues that play their music, but Patterson hopes to add his unique spin to Broken Bow Western Bar and Dance Hall by showcasing artists he’s collaborated with and curating an aesthetic that mimics his Instagram page.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
3 Apr. 2026
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My top two venues are the Hollywood Bowl and probably Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado for the same reason.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
3 Apr. 2026
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Use apps and online forums to connect with other solo female travelers.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
3 Apr. 2026
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Apps and online forums can connect you with other solo female travelers, and group tours or experiences can be a great way to meet new people along the route.—
Lauren Schuster,
Kansas City Star,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Outlets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outlets. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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