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Meaning of the word "skip out" in English

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skip out

US /skɪp aʊt/

UK /skɪp aʊt/

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Phrasal Verb

to leave quickly and secretly, especially to avoid paying for something or fulfilling a responsibility

Example:

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He tried to skip out on the bill after dinner.

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She decided to skip out on her responsibilities and go on vacation.

Synonym:

abscond flee evade dodge bolt

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Related Word:

skip skipping skip off out-and-out your heart skips a beat outing out of