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as in aloud
with one's normal voice speaking the words
the search parties were sent in different directions and told to cry out if they discovered anything
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as in all
to a full extent or degree
when stretched out, the ribbon was just long enough
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as in escape
the act or a means of getting or keeping away from something undesirable
I really don't want to go to the party, and I've been searching for an out
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as in intent
fully committed to achieving a goal
he's out to get even with the guy who beat him last time around
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as in to eject
to drive or force out
before moving in, we outed all the furry little creatures who had settled in the cabin over the winter
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Recent Examples of out
Salomé Gómez-Upegui, Vogue, 7 Dec. 2024
The new limits for 2025 are already out–but those won’t apply until the next tax year.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 11 Oct. 2024
For many fans, Thursday’s finale is one last chance to party Bay Area style at an A’s game — tailgating in the parking lot, dancing to the right field drummers and, hopefully, singing along to Kool & the Gang after the final out.
—Laurence Miedema, The Mercury News, 26 Sep. 2024
Morgan Smith, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2024
Move your turkey-cooking operation out of the oven this Thanksgiving for an out-of-this-world meal that will help free up some space in the kitchen.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 4 Nov. 2024
Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 25 Nov. 2024
That moment — being outed as a transgender man in my workplace, on somebody else’s terms, and against my will — completely changed my life.
—Carter Brown, Sun Sentinel, 12 Nov. 2024
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Adverb
The truth is out, the lies are old (2024) radiates both texture and depth, meticulously woven from an eclectic mix of materials, including linen, lurex, rope, cotton, nylon, and wool.
—Salomé Gómez-Upegui, Vogue, 7 Dec. 2024
The new limits for 2025 are already out–but those won’t apply until the next tax year.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Noun
And changes to streets are being done regularly, with the city spending about $74.4 million to, among other things, reduce lanes, add bump outs or build traffic circles at intersections to calm traffic.
—David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 11 Oct. 2024
For many fans, Thursday’s finale is one last chance to party Bay Area style at an A’s game — tailgating in the parking lot, dancing to the right field drummers and, hopefully, singing along to Kool & the Gang after the final out.
—Laurence Miedema, The Mercury News, 26 Sep. 2024
Adjective
Julie Johnson In Texas, Democrat Julie Johnson, 58, became the first out LGBTQ person elected to Congress from the state after winning the open-seat race for Texas’ 32nd Congressional District in the northeast part of the state.
—Morgan Smith, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2024
Move your turkey-cooking operation out of the oven this Thanksgiving for an out-of-this-world meal that will help free up some space in the kitchen.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 4 Nov. 2024
Verb
Khalid is responding to allegations made by the ex who outed him.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 25 Nov. 2024
That moment — being outed as a transgender man in my workplace, on somebody else’s terms, and against my will — completely changed my life.
—Carter Brown, Sun Sentinel, 12 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for out
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People are urged to stay inside and keep windows closed, use an air purifier if possible, avoid any strenuous activity outside, and turn off any house fans that bring in outdoor air.Julia Gomez, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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The National Institutes of Health (NIH) recommends getting outside, spending time with others and exposing yourself to a light box for a minimum of 30 minutes a day.Anna Haines, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Kotb then handed it over, encouraging Curtis to read aloud the sweet message written on the envelope.Shania Russell, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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Can Anna and Maryam find the courage to voice their deepest confessions aloud?Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 9 Dec. 2024
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These elaborate gingerbread houses, many life-sized, are extraordinary creations, a true fusion of pastry, art, carpentry, and architecture, all under the supervision of the resident pastry chef.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Prior to the case confirmed in the Louisiana patient, cases had been mild and patients had all recovered after receiving antiviral medication, according to the CDC and state health officials.Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 18 Dec. 2024
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While Cohen stepped away from acting after the sequel, each of his costars continued to pursue careers in the industry, though not necessarily in front of the camera.Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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In his year away from baseball, Francona concentrated on his health.C. Trent Rosecrans, The Athletic, 10 Dec. 2024
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Prior to the escape, Hernandez was held at the Kern Valley State Prison.Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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The rest of the top 10 rankings went to island escapes, including American Samoa, a US territory that includes seven South Pacific islands and atolls near Fiji; the Canary Islands, a Spanish archipelago off the coast of northwest Africa, Portugal's the Azores; and Turks and Caicos in the Caribbean.Hannah Towey, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Dec. 2024
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The Germans were intent on keeping Nefertiti in their hands, too.Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 Dec. 2024
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But Shinra has an ace up their sleeve: their solider Sephiroth, long thought dead, is alive and intent on achieving godhood.Richard Newby, TIME, 5 Dec. 2024
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Now, 14 years later, Bear’s teen sister has gone missing too.Lizz Schumer, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024
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The week’s biggest stories Missing people L.A. firefighter who went missing after Long Beach dive identified, but he hasn’t been found.Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 8 Dec. 2024
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Kaitlyn, who teaches third grade, is already spreading her love of Swift to her young charges.Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
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Her show in Tampa, Florida, on April 13, 2023, was the first after word spread of the split.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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