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UK//kʌm ˈʃuːtɪŋ aʊt əv ðeə//US//kʌm ˈʃuːtɪŋ aʊt ʌv ðɛr//

Meaning of Come shooting out of there

To exit a place very quickly.

In simple words: To quickly leave or exit a place.

Come shooting out of there in a sentence

  • The kids came shooting out of there when the bell rang.
  • He came shooting out of there like a rocket after the movie ended.
  • She came shooting out of there, excited to share the news.
  • The dog came shooting out of there as soon as it heard the door open.
  • They came shooting out of there, eager to play in the snow.

How to use Come shooting out of there

Used in informal contexts to describe someone or something rushing out of a place. It's not suitable for formal writing.

Grammar pattern

come + gerund phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a cannon shooting someone directly out of a building!

Related words

Collocations with Come shooting out of there

  • shoot out quickly
  • come out suddenly
  • come shooting toward
  • come shooting back
  • come shooting from

Synonyms for Come shooting out of there

  • rush out
  • burst out
  • dash out
  • exit quickly
  • fly out

Common mistakes with Come shooting out of there

  • Using it in a formal context where it sounds too casual.
  • Confusing with 'come out' which has a broader meaning.
  • Omitting the preposition 'out of' which changes the meaning.

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Frequently asked questions about Come shooting out of there

What does Come shooting out of there mean?

To quickly leave or exit a place.

What is the definition of Come shooting out of there?

To exit a place very quickly.

How do you use Come shooting out of there in a sentence?

The kids came shooting out of there when the bell rang.

Can you give another example of Come shooting out of there?

He came shooting out of there like a rocket after the movie ended.

What are synonyms for Come shooting out of there?

Common alternatives include rush out, burst out, dash out, exit quickly, fly out.

What words go with Come shooting out of there?

It commonly pairs with shoot out quickly, come out suddenly, come shooting toward, come shooting back, come shooting from.

What are common mistakes when using Come shooting out of there?

Using it in a formal context where it sounds too casual. Confusing with 'come out' which has a broader meaning. Omitting the preposition 'out of' which changes the meaning.

How do you pronounce Come shooting out of there?

US: //kʌm ˈʃuːtɪŋ aʊt ʌv ðɛr//, UK: //kʌm ˈʃuːtɪŋ aʊt əv ðeə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Come shooting out of there formal or informal?

"Come shooting out of there" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Come shooting out of there?

Used in informal contexts to describe someone or something rushing out of a place. It's not suitable for formal writing.