Kick out

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verb

To force someone to leave a place or organisation.

They were making too much noise, so the librarian had to kick them out.
Visual representation of "kick out" - To force someone to leave a place or organisation

Often appears as...

  • kick out of school
  • kick out of the house

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Colloquial

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Forced Departure

Used when someone must leave, often due to breaking rules or causing problems.

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He cheated in the exam and got kicked out of college.
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Negative Tone

Usually has a negative connotation implying the person didn't leave by choice.

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She got kicked out of the group for being dishonest.
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Authority Action

An authority figure or rule enforcer is typically the one who kicks someone out.

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The manager kicked out the disruptive guest.
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