1
as in to cheat
to be sexually unfaithful
if she catches him stepping out on her, she'll divorce him without a moment's hesitation
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as in to die
to stop living
my greedy relatives are only being nice to me because they expect me to step out any time now
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Recent Examples of step out
In front of the Louvre Pyramid, Eileen Gu stepped out this week wearing a set of diaphanous wings — a fitting ensemble for an Olympic athlete whose sport sends her airborne.
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Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 5 Mar. 2026
Prince William stepped out for a day of engagements in Cornwall on March 5.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
After briefly stepping out of the courtroom with his attorney, Jones returned without making an offer to the state.
—Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
The royal couple stepped out in London for the awards ceremony for their first joint appearance on the BAFTAs red carpet since 2023.
—Marie-Louise Gumuchian, USA Today, 22 Feb. 2026
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Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 5 Mar. 2026
Prince William stepped out for a day of engagements in Cornwall on March 5.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
After briefly stepping out of the courtroom with his attorney, Jones returned without making an offer to the state.
—Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
The royal couple stepped out in London for the awards ceremony for their first joint appearance on the BAFTAs red carpet since 2023.
—Marie-Louise Gumuchian, USA Today, 22 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for step out
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There is no need for Dems to cheat and deprive voters of their own choice.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
9 Mar. 2026
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Caregivers may be tempted to let kids win or even cheat to avoid meltdowns and tantrums.—
Stephanie Ganz,
Parents,
8 Mar. 2026
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Her bank records, which are in the files, showed that Noel received thousands of dollars in cash and Zelle payments in the months before Epstein died.—
Julie K. Brown,
Miami Herald,
8 Mar. 2026
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At least 560,000 corals died within a third of a mile of the dredging, and more probably died as sediment drifted miles away, according to the 2019 study.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Mar. 2026
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Learning about dinosaurs feels like science mixed with fantasy.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
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In another shallow bowl, mix the quinoa, salt, pepper, paprika and avocado oil.—
Kelly McCarthy,
ABC News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Simpson saw that all-too-rare phenomenon in Hollywood — somebody had no desire to screw around.—
Jay Glennie,
Deadline,
16 Oct. 2025
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Ernesto and George were checking out the trailer, screwing around and being boys, the night Reynolds secretly came to the site to finish the plan.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
21 Apr. 2025
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Cara found us in a big armchair at the edge of the party — José and I snug together while 30-some people mingled, drinks in hand.—
Gali Kronenberg,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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An après-ski party is the ideal time for people to mingle and relax after a long day on the slopes.—
Kylie Petty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2026
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Additionally, the Hudson Farmers' Market draws local growers and makers with fresh produce, baked goods, cheeses, and flowers on Saturdays from spring to fall.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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The Hurricanes came oh-so-close before falling short, 92-89.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
8 Mar. 2026
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So, there's an awful lot at play in this war in addition to just the tragedy associated with those that are -- those that are dying.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 Mar. 2026
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In fact, reducing irrigation frequency and improving drainage is a great chemical-free way to combat weed problems associated with excess soil moisture.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2026
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The incredibly protective Kinsella Weitzman Iser Kump LLP founding partner passed away in 2021 — not long before this Jackson estate civil war flared up.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
11 Mar. 2026
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In 2021, Jones received word that Angelite had unexpectedly passed away.—
Diya Chacko,
Oc Register,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Step out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/step%20out. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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