pop-out
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of pop-out
First recorded in 1960–65; noun use of verb phrase pop out
Example Sentences
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Getting into the trick: Pop out of the ramp, lean forward, and put your foot in the tire behind the forks.
From Time Magazine Archive
He took the Pitzer Pop out of his mouth and bowed in the direction of Flora’s mother.
From "Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures" by Kate DiCamillo
I can’t think of anything to say, especially since I’m not special at all, so I just get Pop out of the tub and into bed.
From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick
The children had tried again and again to pry Pop out of Waupoos, but he clung to it like a limpet.
From In a Little Town by Hughes, Rupert
I figure I’ll test Pop out, just casual like.
From It’s like this, cat by Neville, Emily
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