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FLAT OUT
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Dictionary entry overview: What does flat out mean?
• FLAT OUT (adverb)
The adverb FLAT OUT has 2 senses:
1. in a blunt direct manner
2. at top speed
Familiarity information: FLAT OUT used as an adverb is rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
In a blunt direct manner
Synonyms:
bluffly; bluntly; brusquely; flat out; roundly
Context example:
he was criticized roundly
Sense 2
Meaning:
At top speed
Synonyms:
flat out; like blue murder
Context example:
he was off down the road like blue murder
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