stay out

verb

stayed out; staying out; stays out
1
: to avoid going into a place
They kicked us out of the bar and told us to stay out.
2
: to spend time away from home
She stayed out dancing all night.

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Twelve months, on the other hand, can favor a business that has recently grown, since last year’s smaller numbers stay out of the average. — Karen Koehler, Miami Herald, 31 Aug. 2026 Reuters — Icelanders have voted to stay out of the European Union, broadcaster RUV reported on Sunday, rejecting a government push to reopen membership talks and siding with those who said Iceland’s fishing waters were too important to risk. — CNN Money, 30 Aug. 2026 The Chiefs’ offense can do its part by staying out of field-goal situations. — Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 29 Aug. 2026 Dean opted to stay out of the spotlight but encouraged his wife in her pursuits. — Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stay out

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“Stay out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stay%20out. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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