1
as in collapsed
to fall down or in as a result of physical pressure
there was concern that the dam would go out under the force of the flood waters
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as in mixed
to take part in social activities
she enjoys going out on weekends, but during the week she's a homebody
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Recent Examples of went out
The publication seemingly went out of its way to drop anonymous personal attacks against Smith.
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The Editorial Board, Daily News, 2 June 2026
But after going two up, two down, the Phillies went out of the ballpark in all three innings.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
After review copies went out right before this holiday weekend (ugh), review scores for 007 First Light have dropped this morning, coalescing on Metacritic for a score.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
My 15-year-old son is learning to drive now on our family’s 1979 Scout II, which was the last generation of Scout trucks before the original company went out of business.
—Scott Keogh, Rolling Stone, 19 May 2026
But the original plan went out the window.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Shortly after the bulletin went out, videos of Brown were recorded by witnesses on Memorial Drive.
—Cheryl Fiandaca, CBS News, 12 May 2026
As the early license renewal order went out, FCC Chair Brendan Carr criticized ABC's parent company, Disney.
—Mandalit Del Barco, NPR, 28 Apr. 2026
To close out a busy Day 2, the Steelers selected a mauling guard with a mullet, who will come to a city where that haircut never went out of style.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
The Editorial Board, Daily News, 2 June 2026
But after going two up, two down, the Phillies went out of the ballpark in all three innings.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
After review copies went out right before this holiday weekend (ugh), review scores for 007 First Light have dropped this morning, coalescing on Metacritic for a score.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
My 15-year-old son is learning to drive now on our family’s 1979 Scout II, which was the last generation of Scout trucks before the original company went out of business.
—Scott Keogh, Rolling Stone, 19 May 2026
But the original plan went out the window.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Shortly after the bulletin went out, videos of Brown were recorded by witnesses on Memorial Drive.
—Cheryl Fiandaca, CBS News, 12 May 2026
As the early license renewal order went out, FCC Chair Brendan Carr criticized ABC's parent company, Disney.
—Mandalit Del Barco, NPR, 28 Apr. 2026
To close out a busy Day 2, the Steelers selected a mauling guard with a mullet, who will come to a city where that haircut never went out of style.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for went out
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Following the 2008 financial crisis, several of Spain’s major industries collapsed, the unemployment rate soared to 27 percent, and the banking system entered such a vicious cycle that not even the Spanish government could afford to rescue it (hence, the EU bailout).—
Rogé Karma,
The Atlantic,
1 June 2026
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Revenue grew, but margins collapsed and management became chaotic.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Sarcastic fury on his past albums used to be paired with a sense of playful discovery, like the new wave synths mixed with punishing bass on All My Heroes Are Cornballs or the SP-404-shredding beats that powered his Danny Brown collaboration Scaring The Hoes.—
Dylan Green,
Pitchfork,
29 May 2026
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Most sectors were in positive territory, though performances were mixed among the region's major bourses.—
Hugh Leask,Joseph Wilkins,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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The crowd, feeling the need for an offensive punch, went nuts.—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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Olivia Lomeli went three for four with three RBIs.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
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Emery gave a speech thanking everyone and mingled with players’ families, taking photos and reflecting on the campaign.—
Eduardo Tansley,
New York Times,
22 May 2026
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From there, Wilde mingled with the rest of the guests, all of whom also took the opportunity to browse.—
James Manso,
Footwear News,
20 May 2026
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Although she has been released from the hospital, she is expected to face a lifelong health battle associated with the injury to her kidney, the lawsuit states.—
Lori Weisberg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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Designs incorporate brighter color palettes and graphic elements associated with the Bratz brand, positioning the capsule within a more expressive segment of the activewear market.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
28 May 2026
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MacKinnon initially crumpled to the ice in pain after blocking the shot, briefly getting to one knee and clearing the puck out of the defensive zone before falling back to the ice.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
25 May 2026
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Nearby, a different video shows her pink jacket crumpled on the sidewalk and a green purse.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
12 May 2026
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When the officer stepped out of his vehicle, Blessing put the Tahoe in reverse and slammed into the police cruiser, according to Simi Valley Police Sgt.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
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Inspired by Michael Pollan’s books, Angus stepped out of his London stockbroker brogues and into the role of charismatic, barefoot ‘Farmer Angus’; a passionate espouser of biodynamic farming principles, destined to become a household name.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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