SKIP (OUT) Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

skip (out)

verb

Definition of skip (out)

as in to get (away)

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Verb

The tourists who are tearing up our building are the ones who should get out.

— Linda Robertson, Miami Herald, 15 Aug. 2026
If on or near Lake Gaston, get out of the water and move indoors or inside a vehicle.

— NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of get out

Verb

Willis possesses a unique ability to not just manipulate the pocket with his legs but make off-schedule throws, something that has become almost a necessity in today’s NFL.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 25 June 2026
According to police reports and court records, Kisakye, 27, of Randolph, used his insider knowledge of the couple’s home to break in, unlock their safe, then make off with large diamonds, gold, watches, and pearls.

— Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 3 June 2026

Definition of make off

Verb

Survelliance video from the apartment showed the suspect and several others appearing to clear out glass and debris from the bed of the pickup truck, and placing tape over apparent bullet holes in the truck's tailgate, charges allege.

— Riley Moser, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026
In mid-August, the Hollywood blockbusters tend to clear out of movie theaters and smaller indie titles move in.

— Randy Myers, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of clear out

Verb

The bear scratched his arm, and the victim tripped and injured his foot while trying to escape, according to Colorado Parks and Wildlife.

— Jon Haworth, ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026
Roy can’t escape one difficult question, however, concerning his plans for what’s next after his contract’s up at the end of the season.

— Keith Phipps, Vulture, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of escape

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