turf (out)

verb

Definition of turf (out)next
chiefly British
as in to out
to drive or force out the pub keeper doesn't hesitate to turf out anyone who gets too drunk

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for turf (out)
  1. out
  2. eject
  3. dismiss
  4. chase
  5. cast out
  6. banish
Verb
  • This is Jonas’ first non-Brothers Broadway outing in 12 years.
    Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 12 Dec. 2024
  • The rooftop also has a bar and lounge area with lawn games like cornhole, cute backdrops and high top tables, perfect for a happy hour, date night or outing with friends.
    Kate Murphy, Axios, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of out
Verb
  • He was also ejected for going at Draymond Green in a postseason game two years ago.
    Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 25 Dec. 2024
  • Both pilots ejected and were rescued, one with minor injuries, according to Central Command.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of eject
Verb
  • The family of another employee, Johnny Peterson, filed a wrongful-death lawsuit against the company and its owner, Gerald O’Connor, who said the workers were dismissed with enough time to escape.
    Travis Loller, Los Angeles Times, 26 Dec. 2024
  • Shostak dismisses the idea that people would panic, given that most Americans believe that aliens exist.
    Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of dismiss
Verb
  • According to a preliminary investigation, a group of hunters chased a bear into a tree, and as the group retreated from the bottom of the tree, one hunter shot the bear.
    Natalie Neysa Alund, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Travelers have long chased eclipses and meteor showers but the night sky is now becoming central to wellness retreats.
    Julia Eskins, Vogue, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of chase
Verb
  • Locke has gained a large social media following for his conservative political stances and the launch of a mass-deliverance ministry that involves casting out evil spirits.
    Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
  • At least for Kafka’s sake, he was cast out of the play-calling inner circle before this operation went completely in the tank on Daboll’s watch here in 2024.
    Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of cast out
Verb
  • The ritual, performed by a Balinese priest, cleanses both body and soul, banishes evil spirits, and brings good fortune.
    Ryan Smith, Travel + Leisure, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Footage maxes out at 1080p, but the camera supports HDR to banish glare and has a 162-degree field of view.
    Simon Hill, WIRED, 15 Dec. 2024
Definition of banish
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“Turf (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turf%20%28out%29. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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