sweat out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To sweat; to secrete sweat because of heat, nerves etc.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To endure or go through (an ordeal).
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To accomplish or achieve, usually through endurance or effort.
Register: slang
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “sweat out” mean?
To sweat; to secrete sweat because of heat, nerves etc.
Is “sweat out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.