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coming-out

[kuhm-ing-aut] / ˈkʌm ɪŋˈaʊt /
NOUN
presentation
Synonyms
WEAK


coming out


VERB
conclude
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK


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It’s a coming-out party of sorts on the international stage.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 30, 2026

On Sunday evening, Ternus greeted attendees at a welcome reception that in some ways also acted as his coming-out party, analysts say.

From BBC ● Jun. 8, 2026

Gay kisses and scenes of queer physical affection aren’t exactly titillating, or worse, made into inspiring coming-out vignettes perfectly primed for Pride season watchlists.

From Salon ● Mar. 1, 2026

“Well, I wish somebody had told me that our dad was in a coming-out loop!” says an exasperated Richard, who is usually the one exasperating others.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 27, 2026

“Can I get you a chocolate milk? How are your parents? I read that your older sister will be having her coming-out at the Colony Club this fall. How thrilling for her!”

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times

Upon arrival, they found a silver Skoda, which had smoke coming out of it, that had smashed into the corner of a house, leaving it badly damaged.

From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026

“He’s the ace over there, and we’re ready to see him two times this series, regardless of whether he is starting or coming out of the bullpen,” Dodgers infielder Miguel Rojas said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 4, 2026

After coming out of high school as a five-star recruit and spending two seasons starting at Nebraska, Raiola willingly accepted a demotion.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 27, 2026

“So there’s a balance between getting your work in, making sure you feel good coming out of it,” Roberts said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 26, 2026

She was coming out of the deli, trailed by Alyx, Ellen, Savannah Grace, and Julia.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows




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