1
as in exits
a place or means of going out
this road is the only outlet for traffic coming from the racetrack
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as in platforms
a place or opportunity for communicating ideas and information
technology has provided many new outlets for amateur writers and artists to share their work with a global audience
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Recent Examples of outlets
Avoid basements or rooms where water has submerged electrical outlets or cords.
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 26 Oct. 2025
In addition, Aaron has been a frequent contributor to the NHL Network and The Hockey News, among other outlets.
—Aaron Portzline, New York Times, 26 Oct. 2025
The Brandeis University alum eventually became a music critic, working for Rolling Stone and several other outlets.
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
Install outlets on kitchen islands, inside cabinets (for hidden charging), and in closets (for vacuums and routers).
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
Spotrac recently projected Bregman would sign a four-year, $110 million deal in free agency this winter, but other outlets project him to sign for even more.
—Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025
The Pentagon also instituted an Orwellian media policy, but fortunately most outlets — even some conservative ones — chose not to sign it.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 19 Oct. 2025
Everything from insulation, outlets, windows, doors, and plumbing are built beforehand.
—Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2025
For more than a week, conservative news outlets and right-wing corners of social media have championed Stephanie Turner, 31, a fencer who took a knee and removed her mask to forfeit a tournament duel against Red Sullivan, 19, a transgender woman.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 12 Apr. 2025
Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 26 Oct. 2025
In addition, Aaron has been a frequent contributor to the NHL Network and The Hockey News, among other outlets.
—Aaron Portzline, New York Times, 26 Oct. 2025
The Brandeis University alum eventually became a music critic, working for Rolling Stone and several other outlets.
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
Install outlets on kitchen islands, inside cabinets (for hidden charging), and in closets (for vacuums and routers).
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
Spotrac recently projected Bregman would sign a four-year, $110 million deal in free agency this winter, but other outlets project him to sign for even more.
—Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025
The Pentagon also instituted an Orwellian media policy, but fortunately most outlets — even some conservative ones — chose not to sign it.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 19 Oct. 2025
Everything from insulation, outlets, windows, doors, and plumbing are built beforehand.
—Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2025
For more than a week, conservative news outlets and right-wing corners of social media have championed Stephanie Turner, 31, a fencer who took a knee and removed her mask to forfeit a tournament duel against Red Sullivan, 19, a transgender woman.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 12 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outlets
Noun
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Chelsea are 5-1 up against 10 men, the result long since secured, but no one wants to head for the exits to escape the teeming rain just yet.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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There’s the bar across the street, whose customers sometimes park their cars on the sidewalks and in front of The Grand’s garage exits, trapping residents inside.—
David Hudnall,
Kansas City Star,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Experts say the biggest jump has been online, through smartphone apps and platforms like DraftKings and FanDuel.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
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Project Cloud Nita Platform Sneakers Despite their chunkiness, the platforms are super lightweight and stable, thanks to a grippy non-slip rubber sole.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Common side effects include nausea and digestive issues.—
Becca Longmire,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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What Happens Next Trump is expected to meet Xi on the sidelines of an Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum, where trade is expected to dominate their agenda but security issues including the South China Sea and the de facto independent island of Taiwan are also likely to be raised.—
Robert Birsel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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Farmer’s ideas and insights have appeared in multiple venues including Harper’s Bazaar, NPR, The Washington Post, and Teen Vogue.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
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The vessel includes 30 bars and restaurants, eight entertainment venues, four swimming pools and 15 guest decks.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Outlets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outlets. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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