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What Does "Move Out" Mean?

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"Move out" is an English idiom. It means "to leave one's current residence or location for another; to vacate."

Examples in Sentences

Here are three examples of the idiom "move out" used in a sentence:
  • I've decided to move out and get my own apartment.
  • After college, it was time to move out and be independent.
  • The army unit was ordered to move out at dawn.
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What Is an Idiom?

An idiom is a commonly used expression whose meaning does not relate to the literal meaning of its words. In other words, if you were to translate "Move Out" word for word, there is no guarantee the translation would help you to understand the meaning.

An idiom often includes a cultural or historical context that makes it difficult for non-native English speakers to understand. A phrase is classified as an idiom when a direct translation of the words does not reveal the meaning. Most idioms rely on shared knowledge or experiences known only to a specific community.

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