move-out
noun
an act or instance of vacating a living or working place.
move-out
American
[moov-out]
/ ˈmuvˌaʊt /
noun
move out
British
verb
Etymology
Origin of move-out
Noun use of verb phrase move out
Example Sentences
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“And when he was ready to move out, she gave it to him as a move-out, first-home type gift, because she didn’t need it.”
From MarketWatch ● May 21, 2026
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
Extending the lease beyond March 19, the original move-out date, was a major error on Jovanovic’s part; it allowed Airbnb to turn its back on the dispute.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 14, 2023
With a March 31 move-out date looming, residents say the city has abandoned them.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 24, 2023
They offer move-out cleaning services that can save you a lot of time.
From Encyclopedia.com ● Sep. 19, 2018
When Ed and Gina Budde’s youngest child graduated from college, they were ready to move out of the Minneapolis area.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 13, 2026
Despite her growing international client list, Zaggle said she has no plans to move out of the cave.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
Justin, engaged to singer Madison Beer, plans to move out and hand his room to Patrick.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 7, 2026
He said he had lived in the house continuously since it was built 17 years ago until he was told by police that he had to move out in May.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2026
“Um, nous étions…” Abby smiles up at Madame Blanc, and then waits for her to move out of earshot.
From "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli
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