head out

verb

headed out; heading out; heads out

intransitive verb

: leave, depart

Examples of head out in a Sentence

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When the team started to head out, thousands of hands reached in the air to wish them goodbye and good luck. — Julianna Mejia, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2026 Now everyday people are strapping on weight and heading out the door. — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 July 2026 The Athletic heads out for for a run in search of people and activity. — Chris Marshall-Bell, New York Times, 29 June 2026 Holiday hours can differ by location, so check with your local store before heading out. — Darin Oswald, Idaho Statesman, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for head out

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of head out was in 1842

Rhymes for head out

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head or tail
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“Head out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/head%20out. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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