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"stormed off" or "stormed out"?

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stormed off

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to describe leaving a place angrily or abruptly.

This phrase is used similarly to 'stormed out,' indicating a sudden or angry departure from a location.

Examples:

  • He got upset and stormed off without saying a word.
  • She stormed off in a fit of anger.
  • The child stormed off to his room after being scolded.

Alternatives:

  • stormed away
  • stormed from
  • stormed out
  • stormed out from
  • stormed out in a huff

stormed out

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to describe leaving a place angrily or abruptly.

This phrase is used when someone leaves a place in a hasty or angry manner, often as a reaction to a situation or argument.

Examples:

  • After the argument, she stormed out of the room.
  • He stormed out of the meeting when he didn't get his way.
  • The player stormed out of the press conference after being asked a controversial question.

Alternatives:

  • stormed away
  • stormed from
  • stormed out of
  • stormed out from
  • stormed out in a huff
Both 'stormed out' and 'stormed off' are correct phrases that are commonly used in English. They both convey the idea of leaving a place angrily or abruptly. The choice between the two may depend on personal preference or regional variations.

Last Updated: March 22, 2024

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