as in escapes
the act or an instance of getting free from danger or confinement
the captives had been planning to stage a breakout at the next change in shift for the guards
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Recent Examples of breakouts
Like many international breakouts, Lilleaas has been thrust into the whirlwind of awards season.
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Clayton Davis, Variety, 13 Feb. 2026
Proving my first impressions wrong, McVey has the skills to launch breakouts and support efforts downfield.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
AccuWeather reporters warn of fire breakouts due to drought in the Southwest region.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 9 Feb. 2026
Once masterful on breakouts and ironclad in individual battles, Doughty has dipped in both areas.
—Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 7 Feb. 2026
Irritation and breakouts are normal, so patience is key.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 5 Feb. 2026
Fast-rising Australian actress Wilde has become something of a muse for A24 after starring in box office breakouts Talk To Me and Babygirl.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 4 Feb. 2026
Old favorites and buzzy breakouts will storm the stage at the 2026 Grammys.
—Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Jan. 2026
While none of those products are inherently bad, when skin is particularly sensitive, too many products at once can further disrupt the skin and even contribute to breakouts, celebrity aesthetician and acne specialist Sofie Pavitt previously explained.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 28 Jan. 2026
Clayton Davis, Variety, 13 Feb. 2026
Proving my first impressions wrong, McVey has the skills to launch breakouts and support efforts downfield.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
AccuWeather reporters warn of fire breakouts due to drought in the Southwest region.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 9 Feb. 2026
Once masterful on breakouts and ironclad in individual battles, Doughty has dipped in both areas.
—Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 7 Feb. 2026
Irritation and breakouts are normal, so patience is key.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 5 Feb. 2026
Fast-rising Australian actress Wilde has become something of a muse for A24 after starring in box office breakouts Talk To Me and Babygirl.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 4 Feb. 2026
Old favorites and buzzy breakouts will storm the stage at the 2026 Grammys.
—Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Jan. 2026
While none of those products are inherently bad, when skin is particularly sensitive, too many products at once can further disrupt the skin and even contribute to breakouts, celebrity aesthetician and acne specialist Sofie Pavitt previously explained.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 28 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for breakouts
Noun
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More folk are looking for escapes that take them to the most remote corners of earth—many of which these larger animals like humpback whales, sperm whales, and giant manta rays call home.—
Luke Abrahams,
Vogue,
6 Feb. 2026
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And that figure is only poised to rise, as more and more travelers choose restorative escapes over traditional sightseeing, prioritizing the chance to feel refreshed as much as the destination itself.—
Madeline Weinfield,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Feb. 2026
Noun
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El Paso International Airport, which issued a notice late Tuesday, said all commercial, cargo and general aviation flights would be grounded until February 20.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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With new Safari Air Africa flights leaving three times a week from Beira to Gorongosa, and twice-weekly flights from Beira to Vilanculos, bush and beach destinations can be accessed by air.—
Lisa Grainger,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Breakouts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breakouts. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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