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Come out Meaning in English

expression

ˈkəm/ /ˈaʊt
KUHM-owt
kˈʌm/ /ˈaʊt
KUM-owt

Definition

'Come out' means to appear or leave a place, to be published or released, or to openly share something about yourself, especially your sexuality.

Usage & Nuances

'Come out' is informal and often used for books, movies ('the movie comes out next week'), someone revealing secrets, or declaring sexual orientation ('come out as gay'). Avoid using for physical emergence in very formal contexts. 'Come out in favor of' means to publicly support.

Example Sentences

The sun will come out after the rain.

basic

His new book will come out next month.

basic

She finally decided to come out to her parents.

basic

If anything bad has happened, the truth will come out eventually.

natural

When does the new iPhone come out?

natural

He finally had the courage to come out as gay.

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