walking out on

phrase

present participle of walk out on

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for walking out on
walking away from
Phrase
  • After The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal wrote stories in 2021 about the emails, Gruden resigned in disgrace as Raiders coach, walking away from about $60 million remaining on his contract and endorsement opportunities.
    — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 27 Oct. 2026
  • But walking away from the set didn't mark the end of Garlin's troubles.
    — Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2026
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“Walking out on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/walking%20out%20on. Accessed 31 Oct. 2026.

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