1
as in giving way (to)
to find emotional release for
he took out his frustrations by splitting a cord of firewood
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2
as in going out (with)
to go on a social engagement with
she'd like to take the new boy out to the movies sometime
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as in removing
to take away from a place or position
the airline passenger took his laptop computer out of its carrying case
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4
as in murdering
to put to death deliberately
the rumor is that the CIA is planning to take him out before he can seize control of the country
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Recent Examples of taking out
Part of the new Sting system, their job is to help train fighter pilots in taking out ground-to-air threats.
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David Szondy
may 24, New Atlas, 24 May 2026
Afterward, the vehicle stopped near Ferrier’s vehicle and Jordan Frost got out and allegedly broke into Ferrier’s vehicle taking out a backpack.
—Kristi Miller, Twin Cities, 22 May 2026
Then, Sky slammed Asuka and jumped off the table, taking out Asuka with a crossbody block.
—Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 9 May 2026
Instead of slaying a burgundy and blue dragon by taking out the Avs’ second-best player, the Wild officially woke up the beast.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 4 May 2026
Since this will require taking out a new loan to pay off the existing one (homeowners keep the difference as cash), a mortgage rate exchange will inevitably occur.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 4 May 2026
Junior Caminero singled, and manager Kevin Cash took somewhat of a gamble by taking out his top slugger to Richie Palacios could pinch run.
—Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
The Golden Bears, looking for their first NCAA title, knocked off Hawaii, 15-10, in a quarterfinal before taking out top-seeded defending champion Stanford, 13-11, in the semifinals to advance to their second final in three seasons.
—Oc Register, 27 Apr. 2026
Prosecutors said the scheme resulted in about $6 million in actual losses, with 11 suspects — including an Iranian and Azerbaijani national — accused of stealing victims’ identities, taking out mortgages on their homes and pocketing the cash.
—Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 21 Mar. 2026
David Szondy
may 24, New Atlas, 24 May 2026
Afterward, the vehicle stopped near Ferrier’s vehicle and Jordan Frost got out and allegedly broke into Ferrier’s vehicle taking out a backpack.
—Kristi Miller, Twin Cities, 22 May 2026
Then, Sky slammed Asuka and jumped off the table, taking out Asuka with a crossbody block.
—Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 9 May 2026
Instead of slaying a burgundy and blue dragon by taking out the Avs’ second-best player, the Wild officially woke up the beast.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 4 May 2026
Since this will require taking out a new loan to pay off the existing one (homeowners keep the difference as cash), a mortgage rate exchange will inevitably occur.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 4 May 2026
Junior Caminero singled, and manager Kevin Cash took somewhat of a gamble by taking out his top slugger to Richie Palacios could pinch run.
—Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
The Golden Bears, looking for their first NCAA title, knocked off Hawaii, 15-10, in a quarterfinal before taking out top-seeded defending champion Stanford, 13-11, in the semifinals to advance to their second final in three seasons.
—Oc Register, 27 Apr. 2026
Prosecutors said the scheme resulted in about $6 million in actual losses, with 11 suspects — including an Iranian and Azerbaijani national — accused of stealing victims’ identities, taking out mortgages on their homes and pocketing the cash.
—Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 21 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for taking out
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Iran is moving its World Cup training base from Tucson to Tijuana, the president of the country’s soccer federation said Saturday, removing one of the final hurdles to its participation in this summer’s tournament.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2026
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After removing the plastic, check the area for any remaining growth and remove it as necessary.—
Caroline Biggs,
Martha Stewart,
23 May 2026
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Lawrence murder suspected expected to be arraigned A 21-year-old man from Lawrence is expected to be arraigned Tuesday for allegedly murdering a woman over the weekend.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
26 May 2026
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The two of them had been convicted of murdering their master, John Clapham, whose headless corpse was found floating in the river.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 May 2026
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Afroman experienced a cultural renaissance after unleashing that satirical wit following a 2022 raid on his Ohio farmhouse by local sheriff's deputies.—
Andrew Graham
May 28,
Sacbee.com,
28 May 2026
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Fusion is the opposite of fission, which uses heavy elements such as uranium and plutonium and splits atoms into two or more parts, unleashing energy.—
Judith Kohler,
Denver Post,
27 May 2026
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In addition to being a PT and rehab coordinator, Bello has been a sounding board and a travel buddy for Cole, accompanying him on minor league rehab starts.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
22 May 2026
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Taped on a four-track recorder in his New York City apartment, these nine songs—a mixtape, the accompanying press release is careful to note; not a new album, which might suggest a degree of studio sheen—are necessarily unrefined.—
Arielle Gordon,
Pitchfork,
22 May 2026
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The Kenyans ended their involvement in Haiti last month, withdrawing their last Kenyan police contingent and shipping out equipment, including armored vehicles used in the fight.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
25 May 2026
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This statute of limitations can effectively block student loan forgiveness for borrowers who seek Borrower Defense relief too long after withdrawing or graduating.—
Adam S. Minsky,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Yes, assassinating their leaders might have played into that.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
25 May 2026
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Mangione is accused of assassinating UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.—
Adam Sabes , Maria Paronich,
FOXNews.com,
13 May 2026
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May was also an accomplished musician and songwriter, releasing several original albums of his own and garnering music placements across TV programs, including American Horror Story, The Sinner, Cold Case and Brothers & Sisters.—
Mike Barnes,
HollywoodReporter,
27 May 2026
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This transfer station caught fire a few years ago, smoldering for nearly two weeks and releasing toxic fumes into the air.—
Eleanor Beardsley,
NPR,
27 May 2026
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That’s fine if your ideal rom-com is familiar enough to enjoy while strolling room to room putting away laundry or watching via a second screen while your first displays Da Bears game.—
Hugh Hart,
IndieWire,
23 May 2026
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The research suggests that staving off loneliness requires putting away our devices and connecting with other people in person.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
6 May 2026
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“Taking out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/taking%20out. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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