walk out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To stage a walkout or strike.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Postal workers are set to walk out tomorrow if contract negotiations fail.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To leave suddenly, especially as a form of protest.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To go out with; to be romantically involved.
Register: dated
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “walk out” mean?
To stage a walkout or strike.
Is “walk out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.