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Meaning of the word "walk out" in English

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walk out

US /ˈwɑːk aʊt/
UK /ˈwɑːk aʊt/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to leave a meeting, performance, or other event, especially as an expression of disapproval

Example:
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The audience began to walk out when the comedian started telling offensive jokes.
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If they don't meet our demands, we will walk out of the negotiations.
Synonym:
strikeprotestboycottquitleave
2.

to leave one's job suddenly, especially as a form of protest or strike

Example:
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The workers decided to walk out over unfair wages.
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Many employees threatened to walk out if their concerns were not addressed.
Synonym:
go on strikedown toolsstage a walkout
3.

to leave a relationship or marriage suddenly

Example:
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She decided to walk out on her husband after years of unhappiness.
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He just walked out and never came back.
Synonym:
abandondesertleaveforsakejilt

Noun

1.

an act of leaving a meeting, performance, or other event, especially as an expression of disapproval

Example:
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The students staged a walkout in protest of the new policy.
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The union called for a walkout if negotiations failed.
Synonym:
strikeprotestboycottrevoltrebellion
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