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Definitions

egress

[ee-gres, ih-gres] / ˈi grɛs, ɪˈgrɛs /
NOUN
passage out
Synonyms
STRONG
departure doorway emanation emergence escape exit exiting exodus issue opening outlet vent withdrawal
WEAK
setting-out way-out
Antonyms
STRONG
arrival closure coming entrance stay

Example Sentences

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The disaster’s first blunt lesson is about egress.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 4, 2026

Properties must meet certain physical requirements for ingress and egress, as well as fire safety and security requirements.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2025

Those specific locations would contribute to modulating the viral replication cycle, adaptability, and path of entry and egress.

From Science Daily • Apr. 19, 2024

Those who egress from cults are often assisted by former fellow cult members.

From Salon • Oct. 12, 2023

When I'm driving, I'll keep the bedroom folded up near the airlock, ready for emergency egress.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.