| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
be out [biː aʊt] | to be absent or not at home |
Other meanings
- to be released or published
- to be extinguished (for fire or light)
- to stop working or functioning
- to be unfashionable
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "be out"
- She’s out right now, please call later.
- The new book is out today.
- The lights are out after the storm.
- Bell-bottoms are out this season.
Features of Using "be out"
“Be out” has several meanings depending on context: absence, release, malfunction, or being outdated. It’s inseparable and very common in both spoken and written English.
Other phrasal verbs with the verb be
be back
to have returned to a place
be away
to be absent or not at home
be in
to be at home or in a particular place
be against
to oppose or disagree with someone or something
be on
to take place
be behind
to be late or delayed
be for
to support or favor something
be into
to be interested in or enthusiastic about something or someone
be about to
to be on the point of doing something (imminent future)
be down
to not be working or functioning
be after
to try to obtain or pursue someone or something
be off
to leave or depart
be along
to arrive soon
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