1
as in to spread
to become known
news of the rock star's secret wedding got out to the news media
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2
as in to escape
to get free from a dangerous or confining situation
tried but couldn't get out of the old well without assistance
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as in to publish
to produce and release for distribution in printed form
a romance novelist who got a new book out every year
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Recent Examples of get out
Some 2 million barrels per day might be getting out on tankers that have switched off their transponders, according to the bank's estimates shared in a June 4 note.
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April Roach, CNBC, 10 June 2026
The first couple lines is welcoming everybody and encouraging people to show some love to our neighbors around us to help somebody get out of a funk or someone that has a conflict in their life, right, to change any sort of negative attitude into something positive.
—Kyle Eustice, SPIN, 10 June 2026
Just as importantly, the NBA has largely gotten out of its own way.
—Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2026
If on or near Kerr Lake, get out of the water and move indoors or inside a vehicle.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
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April Roach, CNBC, 10 June 2026
The first couple lines is welcoming everybody and encouraging people to show some love to our neighbors around us to help somebody get out of a funk or someone that has a conflict in their life, right, to change any sort of negative attitude into something positive.
—Kyle Eustice, SPIN, 10 June 2026
Just as importantly, the NBA has largely gotten out of its own way.
—Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2026
If on or near Kerr Lake, get out of the water and move indoors or inside a vehicle.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get out
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The pop-up was announced by only one social media post, but word spread.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
9 June 2026
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Four bedrooms and five bathrooms are spread across roughly 6,200 square feet, where a floating glass staircase connects two switchback-style levels.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
8 June 2026
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Kentucky State Police confirmed that Suresh's dog was also struck by a vehicle after escaping onto the interstate and died.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
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Meanwhile, young people are trying to escape algorithmic environments in search of true human connection.—
Kian Bakhtiari,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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The photos published by Mehr show only the smaller of the two tanks, which has its roof caved in and is surrounded by debris.—
Gianluca Mezzofiore,
CNN Money,
11 June 2026
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Finally, in 2025, the work was done, and on July 30, the research team published its results.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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Exercises that target your ankles, calves, and quads—like calf raises, marches, and squats—can help circulate blood throughout your legs.—
RikkiLynn Shields Hannigan,
Health,
11 June 2026
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The former Soul Gastrolounge space has been vacant for nearly four years, and while rumors have recently circulated online about possible new tenants, including mentions of a fast-casual chain or even a mattress store, there’s no confirmation that any of them are legitimate.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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Brianna, 29, and Kierianna, 26, fled the scene after the attack but were eventually arrested by police.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 2026
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The Sheriff's Office charged him with fleeing and eluding and reckless driving, while FHP filed additional charges.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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The food is much better on papal flights with special menus printed with the pope’s coat of arms, which also adorn the head rests.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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By the 1950s, Hollywood had repackaged them both as blond bombshells and set them against each other — Van Doren was Universal’s answer to Fox’s Monroe, measurements printed side by side in fan magazines.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
13 June 2026
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When those negotiations failed, Republicans turned to a complicated procedural maneuver to get around the filibuster and pass the immigration funding with no Democratic votes.—
Kevin Freking,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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What’s the best way to get around and avoid traffic?—
Miami Herald Staff Report,
Miami Herald,
8 June 2026
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The weather service also urged people to avoid windows, and if outdoors, in a mobile home or in a vehicle to seek the closest substantial shelter and to protect themselves from flying debris.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
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The Cougars came out of the gate flying, with Ani Woodard registering a hat trick and Emma Whoriskey and Taylor Watts adding goals in the opening frame.—
Jack Murray,
Boston Herald,
11 June 2026
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“Get out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get%20out. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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