out and about
idiom
: going to different places
She is always out and about, doing one thing or another.
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David Corenswet looks handsome as ever while out and about in New York in a white tank, sunglasses, and a light blue sweater over his shoulder on July 9.
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Escher Walcott, People.com, 13 July 2025
While the summer months can be positively scorching in Italy, there’s also a practical reason not to wear shorts when out and about.
—Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2025
Take a look at all the stars out and about this week.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 23 June 2025
After finally leaving the airport late at night, he was surprised by how many people were still out and about.
—Jordan Greene, People.com, 26 June 2025
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Escher Walcott, People.com, 13 July 2025
While the summer months can be positively scorching in Italy, there’s also a practical reason not to wear shorts when out and about.
—Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2025
Take a look at all the stars out and about this week.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 23 June 2025
After finally leaving the airport late at night, he was surprised by how many people were still out and about.
—Jordan Greene, People.com, 26 June 2025
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“Out and about.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/out%20and%20about. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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