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to get out
[phrase form: get]
01
(of news or information) to become public or widely known
Intransitive
Example
The scandal eventually got out, causing a media frenzy.
The company tried to prevent the bad news from getting out, but it leaked.
The truth always finds a way to get out, no matter how hard you try to hide it.
02
to leave somewhere such as a room, building, etc.
Transitive: to get out of a place
03
to remove something from a confined space or container
Transitive: to get out sth
Example
Can you get out the documents from the filing cabinet?
He reached into his backpack to get out his notebook for class.
I need to get out the winter clothes from the storage bin.
04
to leave or move away from a specific situation
Transitive: to get out of a situation
05
to assist someone in leaving a place or situation that may be harmful or unpleasant for them
Transitive: to get out sb of a place or situation
06
to express or articulate something with difficulty or hesitation
Transitive: to get out sth
Example
He finally got out his apology for the mistake he had made.
He tried to get out his confession, but his nervousness made it challenging.
07
to avoid facing negative consequences or to escape unpunished after engaging in a prohibited action
Transitive: to get out of a consequence
08
to get someone to say or do something through using force
Transitive: to get out a decleration from sb
Example
The bully attempted to get out a confession from the scared student.
The interrogator used various tactics to get out the truth from the suspect.
He tried to get out a confession from the witness under intense questioning.
09
to produce or release something, such as a publication or product, for public consumption or use
Transitive: to get out a publication or product
Example
The author was excited to get out her new book for readers to enjoy.
10
to remove dirt, stains, or other unwanted substances from something
Transitive: to get out unwanted material from sth
Example
The professional cleaner was hired to get out the mold from the bathroom tiles.
She used a stain remover to get out the red wine stain from her dress.
11
to exit from inside a vehicle
Example
The scandal eventually got out, causing a media frenzy.
The company tried to prevent the bad news from getting out, but it leaked.
The truth always finds a way to get out, no matter how hard you try to hide it.
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