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Definition bug out in British English

bug out phrasal verb

[intransitive] phrasal verb
1

if someone's eyes bug out, they open very wide, for example because the person is shocked by something

Example

Her eyes will bug out when she sees that pile of work.

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2

to leave quickly

Example

If you're finished, let's bug out.

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3

to become too frightened to do something

Example

If things get tough, don't bug out.

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Definition bug out in British English