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Out and about

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Leaving your home to do different activities.

After recovering from his illness, he's now out and about again.
Often appears as...
he's out and about
back out and about
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Casual ActivitiesPlay
Used when someone does usual or relaxing activities outside their home. SlideShe's just out and about, probably at the local market or café.
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Social ReemergencePlay
Implies a return to social activity after a period of absence, often due to illness or being busy. SlideNow that his exams are over, he's out and about with friends.
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Not HouseboundPlay
Suggests someone is not confined at home, typically because they are feeling better or no longer busy. SlideGrandma's out and about again after her knee surgery.