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Improper or even offensive
"out-of-the-way remarks";
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Dealt with; disposed of
"I'm so relieved that my midterm is out of the way";
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| 3. out of the way [ Synonyms: out-of-the-way, out of the ordinary] | |
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Exceptional, unusual, or remarkable
"out-of-the-way information";
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| 4. out of the way [ Synonyms: off the beaten track, out-of-the-way] | |
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Remote from populous or much-traveled regions
"they found a quiet out-of-the-way resort";
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Extraordinary; unusual
"such erratic behavior was out of the way for him";
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Improper; amiss
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In a remote location or at a distance from the usual route
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Murdered
"the mob boss wanted his rival out of the way";
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So as not to obstruct or hinder
"put that box out of the way so that no one trips on it";
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