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Phrasal Verb - Getting Out of

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Raymundo CH

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Definition

This phrasal verb means to leave or escape from a difficult or unpleasant situation. It can also mean to avoid being held responsible for something or to deny the truth about a situation. The verb 'get' is followed by the particle 'out of'.

Examples

No.Example
1I need to get out of this dead-end job and find a new career.
2He got out of paying taxes by claiming bankruptcy.
3She tried to get out of the commitment to attend the meeting.
4The thief got out of the house before the police arrived.
5He got out of the argument by changing the subject.
6She couldn't get out of the promise to help her friend move.
7The company got out of paying fines by declaring bankruptcy.
8He got out of jail on bail and went into hiding.
9She got out of the hospital after a long stay.
10They got out of the messy situation by apologizing and making amends.