bug out
To get out fast, to panic, or for your eyes to go wide with shock.
Meanings
To evacuate or leave a location quickly in response to an emergency.
"When the wildfire changed direction, the whole town had to bug out within the hour."
To panic or become overwhelmed with anxiety or fear.
"He totally bugged out when he heard the exam had been moved to tomorrow."
(Of eyes) to bulge or protrude due to shock or surprise.
"Her eyes bugged out when she saw the price tag on the dress."
Has three distinct senses: military/survivalist evacuation, informal panicking, and a physical description of bulging eyes. The evacuation sense is common in prepper and military contexts. The eye-bulging sense is often used humorously.
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