Rock out

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phrasal verb

To dance or enjoy oneself by moving energetically to loud music, usually rock music.

After finishing their exams, they decided to rock out at a local club.
Visual representation of "rock out" - To dance or enjoy oneself by moving energetically to loud music, usually rock music.

Often appears as...

  • rock out to the music
  • rock out at a concert

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Social Activity

Used when describing fun, social gatherings with energetic dancing, usually informal.

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We can't wait to rock out at Jane's birthday party.
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Impromptu Dancing

'Rock out' can be spontaneous, without planned choreography.

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When my favorite song came on, I had to rock out.
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Loud Music

The phrase implies the presence of loud music, typically rock, to set the energy.

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The band's album release party was the perfect place to rock out.
Visual representation of the word "Rock out"

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