Phrase guide

get out of

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To leave, exit or escape from; to become free of.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • All the occupants managed to get out of the burning building.
  • Only movie criminals get out of handcuffs.
  • I can't get out of this notion that she may have known all along.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To circumvent some obligation.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • Don't try getting out of our dinner party. You're coming!
  • I only cheat so I can get out of doing work.
  • Is there any way I can get out of Saturdays?

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

7 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Esperanto: eliĝi — Translations
  • Polish: wyjeżdżać — Translations
  • Polish: wyjechać — Translations
  • Polish: opuszczać — Translations
  • Polish: opuścić — Translations
  • Spanish: salirse de — Translations
  • Spanish: ponerse fuera de — Translations