English Expression · Intermediate
duck out
To move or act so as to achieve avoidance, escape, or evasion
Pronunciation: say duck out
Meaning
To move or act so as to achieve avoidance, escape, or evasion.
Example
Wile they was still talking along these lines, the orchestra begin to drool a Perfect Day, so I ducked out on the porch for air.
Wile they was still talking along these lines, the orchestra begin to drool a Perfect Day, so I ducked out on the porch for air.
Practice tips
- Practice duck out out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.