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see ins and outs; on the outs.

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How to use outs in a sentence

I wanted to ask the question I think every mother who is fascinated by the ins and outs of the real case wants answered.
Amanda Knox: A Mother’s Obsession|Nina Darnton|November 26, 2014|DAILY BEAST
In other news, black and white pin-up shots are now officially less valuable than life-size Tiger Beat tear outs.
Justin Bieber Isn’t Even 21, Yet Makes More Money Than Meryl Streep|Amy Zimmerman|November 25, 2014|DAILY BEAST
The 4th of July is customarily marked by charcoal “cook-outs,” which endanger the community.
P.J. O'Rourke: 27 Sensitive, Caring, Green, and Politically Committed Reasons to Ban July 4th|P. J. O’Rourke|July 3, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Each half is 45 minutes of seamless action, uninterrupted by time-outs or commercials.
What Is It About Soccer That Brings Out the Hooligan in Its Fans?|Bill Morris|June 25, 2014|DAILY BEAST

Neither pictures nor DJ shout outs were allowed as "per his security detail."
Newly Single Harry Parties In Miami!|Tom Sykes|May 1, 2014|DAILY BEAST
The pipes should be easy of access, with clean-outs in convenient places.
Elements of Plumbing|Samuel Dibble
This trap should have two clean-outs, one on each side of the seal.
Elements of Plumbing|Samuel Dibble
When the trap is in place, one of the clean-outs can be used for the fresh air.
Elements of Plumbing|Samuel Dibble
In their eyes, an election is not the decision of a great, impartial jury, but a struggle between the "ins" and the "outs."
The Old World in the New|Edward Alsworth Ross
The world doesn't know that we are 'at outs,' although we are sworn foes privately.
A Dreadful Temptation|Mrs. Alex. McVeigh Miller

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