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to pop out
[phrase form: pop]
01
to come into view unexpectedly
Grammatical Information
Movement verb
Regular
Inseparable
Present tense
pop out
3rd person singular
pops out
Past simple
popped out
Past participle
popped out
Examples
As we explored the cave, bats popped out from hidden crevices.
02
to suddenly jump out or be released from a confined space
Examples
The jack-in-the-box popped out, making the children laugh.
03
to be highlighted or made noticeable
Examples
The message 's importance popped out in the bold font.
04
to leave a place briefly and usually return soon after
Examples
She popped out for a breath of fresh air during the meeting break.
05
to stand out noticeably from a background or surface
Examples
Her blue earrings really pop out when she wears that black dress.
