Synonyms

move-out

American

[moov-out] / ˈmuvˌaʊt /

noun

an act or instance of vacating a living or working place.

With so many business move-outs, the local economy is suffering.

move out British

verb

(adverb) to vacate a residence, place of business, etc, or help (someone) to do this

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Etymology

Origin of move-out

Noun use of verb phrase move out

Example Sentences

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There is footage of the highly choreographed move-in and move-out process that happens every four years when a new first family moves into the White House.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 31, 2026

With a March 31 move-out date looming, residents say the city has abandoned them.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2023

It’s also move-out day for Gonzo and 15 other campers on the shore of Bitter Lake in North Seattle, which borders a K-8 school and a playfield.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 17, 2022

Our contractor, looking around at our very-much-not-packed-up house, was reminding us of our move-out date.

From Washington Post • Feb. 25, 2022

They offer move-out cleaning services that can save you a lot of time.

From Encyclopedia.com • Sep. 19, 2018

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