break out
The phrase "break out" can describe sudden beginnings, escapes, or the emergence of conditions or items.
Definition
B2General
(common)To escape from a place or situation, often by force or with difficulty.
Example
- Several prisoners managed to break out of the high-security prison.
- He spent years planning how to break out of the oppressive regime.
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(common)To suddenly start, often used in reference to something undesirable like a disease or conflict.
Example
- War broke out in the region, causing widespread panic.
- A fire broke out in the kitchen last night.
B2Health
(common)To develop a rash or skin condition suddenly.
Example
- She broke out in hives after eating the peanuts.
- Teenagers often break out in acne during puberty.
B2General
(common)To take something out of storage and start using it.
Example
- We need to break out the winter clothes now that it's getting colder.
- They broke out the champagne to celebrate the victory.
B2General
(common)To separate something into smaller parts or categories.
Example
- The report breaks out the data by region and category.
- Let's break out the tasks so we can handle them more efficiently.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "break out":
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