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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
Rios went to Harvard and worked as an economic-development consultant in California before her assistance to Obama’s campaign earned her the job of treasurer for seven years, when her signature went out on every greenback.
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Christopher Hooks,
Harpers Magazine,
23 June 2026
Many feared a repeat of Winter Storm Uri in 2021, when the state’s infrastructure buckled, the lights went out for millions, and 240 people died.
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Vimal Kapur,
Fortune,
23 June 2026
The staff ended up getting invited to three nights of shows by Plant and his band at the Fillmore, and Steve went out to breakfast with Plant.
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Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
Mercedes looks to have negated Ferrari’s starting advantage; in Canada, Monaco, and now Spain, its cars were plenty quick when the lights went out.
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Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
15 June 2026
In Laguna Beach, an advisory went out that the west parking lot at Aliso Beach had been closed due to the large surf and flooding.
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Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
9 June 2026
Reid along with crewman Aaron Fordy, went out in search of the missing pup.
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Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
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.
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Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2026
Christopher Hooks,
Harpers Magazine,
23 June 2026
Many feared a repeat of Winter Storm Uri in 2021, when the state’s infrastructure buckled, the lights went out for millions, and 240 people died.
—
Vimal Kapur,
Fortune,
23 June 2026
The staff ended up getting invited to three nights of shows by Plant and his band at the Fillmore, and Steve went out to breakfast with Plant.
—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
Mercedes looks to have negated Ferrari’s starting advantage; in Canada, Monaco, and now Spain, its cars were plenty quick when the lights went out.
—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
15 June 2026
In Laguna Beach, an advisory went out that the west parking lot at Aliso Beach had been closed due to the large surf and flooding.
—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
9 June 2026
Reid along with crewman Aaron Fordy, went out in search of the missing pup.
—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
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.
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Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for went out
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Niv Shisler, 24, an aspiring rapper who works at Dorfman’s restaurant, moved to the town last November lured by cheap housing when rents collapsed during the war.
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The project had to be unplugged within months — before being widely deployed — when the company behind it collapsed.
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In the meantime, early-blooming flowers like bee balm and peonies,can be mixed into the dahlia space, providing blooms, pollinator habitat, and interest while the dahlias grow.
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Compost made with banana peels can be used as a side dressing or top dressing in the garden, mixed into garden beds, or added to potting mixes to improve soil structure and add nutrients.
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In the 33rd minute, a Dutch corner kick went awry.
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The Cubs, who have won six of seven, went 7-0 against the Mets this season, outscoring them 51-24.
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Afterwards, in the stadium’s underbelly, Kaka, Rivaldo and Bebeto mingled with fans.
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Walkers and wheelchairs mingled with strollers and wagons where youths were carted around.
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One of the victims fled to a McDonald's restaurant where his bloodstained clothes, which were likely cut off by paramedics, were crumpled on the floor near the entrance.
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First responders found Russo crumpled in the front passenger seat of the wreckage and Flanagan, his friend, stacked on top of him.
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That estimate does not include costs associated with year-round state workers whose regular duties were diverted to support the session, including legislative staff and law enforcement officers.
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Berlant highlighted wildfires as one of the risks associated with celebrating irresponsibly.
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Lopez has stepped out in Paris twice wearing a similar go-to uniform, including a breezy, lightweight outer layer that is ideal for chilly summer nights or rainy afternoons.
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The boy stepped out of the chair, thanked the staff and said goodbye — only to sheepishly return for a hug with Hiniker.
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“Went out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/went%20out. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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