1
as in dispersing
to cause (members of a group) to move widely apart
police used tear gas to clear out the demonstrators
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2
as in escaping
to get free from a dangerous or confining situation
everyone cleared out as soon as the fire alarm began sounding
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3
as in departing
to leave a place often for another
the lunch crowd usually clears out by 2:00 p.m. at the latest
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as in withdrawal
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clearing out
Verb
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There are already laws in Florida governing weather modification, which can include cloud seeding—the enhancement of precipitation by dispersing substances into clouds that encourage the formation of rain or snow.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
19 Mar. 2025 -
These pollutants can come from a variety of sources, including vehicle emissions, industrial activity, wildfires, and weather patterns that prevent pollution from dispersing.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
17 Mar. 2025
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In fact, research shows that beyond escaping poverty, additional wealth has little impact on long-term emotional well-being.—
Shane Enete,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Reading can be a powerful way of escaping, relaxing and realizing truths about ourselves and the world.—
Kara Alaimo,
CNN,
24 Mar. 2025
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After the Orioles were swept out of the playoffs without a win for the second straight year, many baseball mavens expected the team to make aggressive off-season trades or free agent signings, especially to help replace departing ace Corbin Burnes and hard-hitting Anthony Santander.—
Paul Bledsoe,
Baltimore Sun,
24 Mar. 2025
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Lock your home before departing.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Hamas has been seeking guarantees that the initial truce would lead to a total end to the war and withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 July 2025
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After his withdrawal in Connecticut, Hovland headed home to Norway for a break and to play in his best friend Kevin Wright's tournament, the Wright Invitational at Kragerø Golf & Resort, on June 28.—
Savannah Leigh Richardson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 July 2025
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Global Refuge told Newsweek that it is encouraged by the White House's statement that no decision has been made, as revoking protections now would signal a concerning shift in America's commitment to those fleeing conflict.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 2025
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In addition to the 240,000 Ukrainians fleeing the Russian invasion, and the 530,000 Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans and Venezuelans, these programs covered more than 70,000 Afghans escaping the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan.—
Ted Hesson,
USA TODAY,
6 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The bullet entered McCoy’s face on the right side before exiting the left side of his face.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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The shooting Saturday in Pocatello outraged the boy's family and neighbors as well as viewers online who questioned why the officers opened fire within about 12 seconds of exiting their patrol cars while making no apparent effort to de-escalate the situation or use less lethal weapons.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Consider exploring plan design options and retirement savings vehicles, such as a cash balance pension plan or individual 401(k).—
Kristin McKenna,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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What makes this level of dedication all the more remarkable is that Dodds is 78, an age when most of his peers are enjoying the fruits of retirement.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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The Israeli military could also put the Fordo plant out of operation for at least a few months by bombing the air vents, collapsing the egress tunnels and cutting off the electrical supply, Mr. Fitzpatrick said.—
Samuel Granados,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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That includes new bathrooms and heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems, as well as a new interior stairway to a new basement egress door.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
31 May 2025
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“Clearing out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clearing%20out. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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