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chalk out

British

verb

(tr, adverb) to outline (a plan, scheme, etc); sketch

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Example Sentences

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He stared down at the barbell and clapped chalk out of his hands.

From Washington Post • Jul. 28, 2021

Until the government can chalk out a clear plan of action, citizens are leaning on one another and on social media platforms to cope with the current crisis.

From Slate • Apr. 24, 2021

I steam and I try to get as much chalk out of my hair as I can.

From New York Times • Feb. 23, 2018

Turkey is in a fix, and is unable to clearly chalk out its priorities.

From Washington Times • Feb. 17, 2016

He would walk into the classroom, take a piece of chalk out of his pocket, go straight to the blackboard, and begin.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson

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