skip (out)

verb

Definition of skip (out)next
as in to get (away)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for skip (out)
  1. get out
  2. make off
  3. clear out
  4. escape
Verb
  • The tourists who are tearing up our building are the ones who should get out.
    — Linda Robertson, Miami Herald, 15 Aug. 2026
  • If on or near Lake Gaston, get out of the water and move indoors or inside a vehicle.
    — NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of get out
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  • Willis possesses a unique ability to not just manipulate the pocket with his legs but make off-schedule throws, something that has become almost a necessity in today’s NFL.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 25 June 2026
  • 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
Definition of make off
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  • Farmer was twice cleared out of the gap where the Colts hit interior long runs.
    — Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The first was broken up by Chamarri Conner, but the second went for a decent gain after Tyquan Thornton cleared out the defense.
    — Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of clear out
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  • The bear scratched his arm, and the victim tripped and injured his foot while trying to escape, according to Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
    — Jon Haworth, ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Roy can’t escape one difficult question, however, concerning his plans for what’s next after his contract’s up at the end of the season.
    — Keith Phipps, Vulture, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of escape
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“Skip (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skip%20%28out%29. Accessed 20 Aug. 2026.

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