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UK//wɔːkt aʊt ɒn//US//wɔkt aʊt ɑn//

Meaning of Walked out on

To leave someone suddenly or abandon them, often in a relationship.

In simple words: left someone unexpectedly or without warning

Walked out on in a sentence

  • She walked out on him after their big argument.
  • He decided to walk out on his job because he was unhappy.
  • Many people were shocked when she walked out on the family.

How to use Walked out on

Used in informal contexts to describe ending a relationship or leaving a situation abruptly. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

walk out on + object

Memory hint

Imagine someone literally walking away from a conversation, leaving the other person surprised.

Related words

Collocations with Walked out on

  • walk out on a relationship
  • walk out on a job
  • walk out on someone

Synonyms for Walked out on

Opposites of Walked out on

  • stayed with
  • supported

Common mistakes with Walked out on

  • Using 'walked out' without specifying the person (e.g., 'walked out on him' is clearer)
  • Confusing with 'gave up on,' which has a different meaning
  • Omitting 'on' (it should always be 'walked out on')

Compare Walked out on with Left, Deserted, Quit

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Frequently asked questions about Walked out on

What does Walked out on mean?

left someone unexpectedly or without warning

What is the definition of Walked out on?

To leave someone suddenly or abandon them, often in a relationship.

How do you use Walked out on in a sentence?

She walked out on him after their big argument.

Can you give another example of Walked out on?

He decided to walk out on his job because he was unhappy.

What are synonyms for Walked out on?

Common alternatives include abandoned, left, deserted, quit, forsook.

What is the opposite of Walked out on?

Opposite meanings include stayed with, supported.

What words go with Walked out on?

It commonly pairs with walk out on a relationship, walk out on a job, walk out on someone.

What are common mistakes when using Walked out on?

Using 'walked out' without specifying the person (e.g., 'walked out on him' is clearer) Confusing with 'gave up on,' which has a different meaning Omitting 'on' (it should always be 'walked out on')

How do you pronounce Walked out on?

US: //wɔkt aʊt ɑn//, UK: //wɔːkt aʊt ɒn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Walked out on formal or informal?

"Walked out on" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Walked out on?

Used in informal contexts to describe ending a relationship or leaving a situation abruptly. Avoid in formal writing.