as in to die
to stop living
when her pet pig pegged out she grieved for weeks
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Recent Examples of peg out
Then, on Monday, Feb. 24, he was administered a feeding peg out of his nose and into his stomach.
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Charna Flam, People.com, 28 Feb. 2025
Wilderness camping is also pegging out fresh terrain in Kyrgyzstan, with yurt stays on the steppes trending for 2024, according to Wild Frontiers, as is Mongolia; while Albania, Mongolia, Pakistan and the Empty Quarter of Oman are all on the radar for an increasing number of travelers.
—Condé Nast Traveller, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Dec. 2023
They’re not supposed to peg out, abruptly and without grace, in the middle of the goddamn street.
—Jason Kehe, Wired, 18 Jan. 2021
Charna Flam, People.com, 28 Feb. 2025
Wilderness camping is also pegging out fresh terrain in Kyrgyzstan, with yurt stays on the steppes trending for 2024, according to Wild Frontiers, as is Mongolia; while Albania, Mongolia, Pakistan and the Empty Quarter of Oman are all on the radar for an increasing number of travelers.
—Condé Nast Traveller, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Dec. 2023
They’re not supposed to peg out, abruptly and without grace, in the middle of the goddamn street.
—Jason Kehe, Wired, 18 Jan. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for peg out
Verb
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The department’s homicide unit is investigating the death, as is the department’s protocol when someone dies while in custody.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 July 2025
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In Gaza, though, no one knows precisely how many people have died, or what proportion were innocents; the Gaza Health Ministry, which is run by Hamas, maintains that more than half were women and children.—
Dexter Filkins,
New Yorker,
14 July 2025
Verb
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The event is an annual ceremonial celebration and military parade commemorating the reigning British monarch's birthday, although King Charles III's actual birthdate falls on Nov. 14.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
9 July 2025
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Starbucks' same-store sales in China were flat in the first quarter this year after falling for four consecutive quarters .—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
9 July 2025
Verb
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Julian McMahon fans were shocked to learn that the Aussie actor had passed away at the age of 56.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
11 July 2025
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When Michele passed away four years later at age 89, Giovanni was left completely alone at the helm.—
Giacomo Tognini,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
Verb
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For more restaurants serving lionfish in the U.S. and Caribbean, check out Reef.org’s directory.—
Kaila Yu,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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And if butter pecan isn’t your favorite flavor, check out our two variations: the more traditional Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Sandwiches or ultra colorful Birthday Cake Ice Cream Sandwiches. Directions Preheat oven to 375°F.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
9 July 2025
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The great auk of the North Atlantic, the moa of New Zealand, the elephant bird of Madagascar, and the Réunion ibis of Réunion Island in the Indian Ocean all perished shortly after the humans entered the picture.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
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Janis Gammill and Patrick Gammill, both 78, perished in the blaze, according to police.—
Claire Osborn,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
Verb
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Volunteer for projects, participate meaningfully in discussions and share new ideas, and step out of your comfort zone.—
Kathy Caprino,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Heathrow Simmons Perry has only stepped out of those core family roles once to portray Madea’s paraplegic brother, Heathrow Simmons, in A Madea Family Funeral in 2019.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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“Peg out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peg%20out. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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