exit

Definition

  • noun: something (such as a door) that is used as a way to go out of a place
  • noun: a departure from a stage
  • verb: to go out of a place or situation
  • verb: to go out or away
  • sometimes used figuratively
  • synonyms: death, egress, outgang

Examples

  • Most fans were surprised by the team's early 'exit' from the tournament. [=surprised that the team lost and was out of the tournament at an early stage]

  • The company needs to have an 'exit strategy'. [=a plan for ending its involvement when it wants or needs to end it]

  • The deal provides an 'exit' for the company. [=a way for the company to stop being involved in something]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) ask a flight attendant to reseat you." It's a lot of responsibility. Wanna switch seats? No. I'm not sure I'm the man for that particularjob. An exit-door procedure at ft. The illusion of safety. Yeah. I guess so. You know why they put oxygen masks on planes? - So you can breathe. (..)
    1999 Fight Club
  • (..) A major one. Every time the plane banked too sharply on takeoff or landing, Life insurance pays off triple if you die on a business trip. "If you are seated in an emergency exit row and would be unable or unwilling to perform the duties listed on the safety card, please (..)
    1999 Fight Club