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out and about

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*out and about

outside the house; outdoors. (*Typically: be ~; get ~.) Beth has been ill, but now she's out and about. As soon as I feel better, I'll be able to get out and about.

See also: and, out

out and about

Well enough to come and go, especially after an illness. For example, I'm glad to see you're out and about again. [Late 1800s] Also see up and about.

See also: and, out