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Outbound

usgb/ˈaʊtbaʊnd/Volume
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Direction Matters

When using 'outbound', always indicate you're leaving a point towards a different destination.

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The next outbound train departs in 10 minutes.
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Mention Origin

It's common to mention the starting point when talking about outbound travels.

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Her outbound journey from Chicago starts at noon.
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Different from Return

Don't confuse 'outbound' with 'return'. Outbound is when you leave; return is when you come back.

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His outbound flight was delayed, but his return flight was on time.
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