1
as in collapsing
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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2
as in mixing
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 going out
Leaf-peeping and other fun fall activities With the change of seasons and fall foliage reappearing, many people enjoy scenic train rides, photography, and leaf-peeping, or going out to see the fall colors.
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Saleen Martin, USA Today, 14 Sep. 2025
The shoes are made to wear for every special occasion, whether this is hosting a dinner at home or going out for a cocktail in the city.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
Whether you’re getting dressed for work, going out to eat, or simply picking casual pieces for everyday outfits, long-sleeve tops are a wardrobe staple for colder seasons.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
World Sevens isn’t the only product of its kind that’s going out to market.
—Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Those invites start going out in October.
—PC Magazine, 26 Aug. 2025
McDonald encourages students to build safety habits before going out.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 18 Aug. 2025
No one on the sideline should apologize for going out and dominating the opening drive, especially considering how rocky camp has been.
—Kevin Fishbain, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2025
Such moments remind him of the sensation of singing onstage, the terror of going out there with nothing but your naked, human voice.
—Leslie Jamison, New Yorker, 4 Aug. 2025
Saleen Martin, USA Today, 14 Sep. 2025
The shoes are made to wear for every special occasion, whether this is hosting a dinner at home or going out for a cocktail in the city.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
Whether you’re getting dressed for work, going out to eat, or simply picking casual pieces for everyday outfits, long-sleeve tops are a wardrobe staple for colder seasons.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
World Sevens isn’t the only product of its kind that’s going out to market.
—Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Those invites start going out in October.
—PC Magazine, 26 Aug. 2025
McDonald encourages students to build safety habits before going out.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 18 Aug. 2025
No one on the sideline should apologize for going out and dominating the opening drive, especially considering how rocky camp has been.
—Kevin Fishbain, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2025
Such moments remind him of the sensation of singing onstage, the terror of going out there with nothing but your naked, human voice.
—Leslie Jamison, New Yorker, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for going out
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The carrier warned that incorrect declarations can result in cargo shifting or collapsing, alongside other accidents like chemical reactions, fires or even explosions.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Sep. 2025
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Some were collapsing or fire-damaged, others left vacant after the house next door burned.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Sep. 2025
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Instead of the old-school triangle eyes and jagged mouth designs, this year's top trends are all about mixing tradition with fresh tools and vibrant colors.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Sep. 2025
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Start by mixing a small amount of pH-neutral dish soap in a bucket with warm water.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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Off-schedule, Ralph Lauren invited guests to the brand’s Upper East Side headquarters to present its newest collection, with Oprah Winfrey, Nick Jonas, Priyanka Chopra and Jessica Chastain among those mingling in the front row.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
12 Sep. 2025
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The break lasted about 10 minutes, with some council members eating cake while mingling with each other and those in the audience, which included law enforcement and transit leadership.—
Mary Ramsey,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Atlantic basin may have been quiet going into the peak of hurricane season, but a new storm is expected to develop in the region in the coming days.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
16 Sep. 2025
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Untick this box to stop the process going ahead.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
16 Sep. 2025
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The two are often spotted in coordinated looks, sometimes stepping out in glamorous princess gowns, other times keeping it casual in matching tracksuits, per Instagram posts.—
Nasha Smith,
PEOPLE,
13 Sep. 2025
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Sure, Levy still has uncertain reservations about stepping out of his comfort zone, but that hasn’t stopped him from enjoying the luxury hotel reservations made for him, as well as his newfound appreciation for indelible adventures.—
Laura Manske,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Even the announcement of company lifer Fiddelke’s ascension to the top job last month was greeted with tumbling stock shares because some investors wanted an outsider.—
Dan Gingiss,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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The footage shows an MQ-9 Reaper drone tracking the object before a second drone fires a Hellfire missile, sending fragments tumbling around it.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Sep. 2025
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Singh was blocking both lanes of the northbound Turnpike when Dufresne’s Chrysler Town & Country minivan hit the truck, crumpling underneath the 18-wheeler’s trailer.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
30 Aug. 2025
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