Phrase guide

come out with

verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To say (something) unexpectedly.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • He came out with a very dubious excuse.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To say (something) in a plainspoken way instead of euphemistically or obliquely, after reluctantly hesitating to do so.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • Just come out with it already — you think you're too good for me!

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: spit out

Antonyms: conceal, hide, obfuscate, sugarcoat

3

verb

Meaning 3

To make (something) public or available to the public.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • Near-synonyms: announce, introduce, release, reveal
  • We're coming out with the new product on Tuesday.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: announce, introduce, release, reveal

Antonyms: none provided

History

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