come out to

come out to (someone or something)

1. To equal a certain amount. In this usage, "to" is followed by a total or other terms related to numbers or money. My medical bills have come out to such a high number that I don't know how I will pay them.

2. To reveal a personal secret to someone, typically one's non-heterosexuality, after having kept it hidden. Once you come out to your parents, you will be very relieved.

See also: come, out, to

come out to (someone)

To reveal a personal secret, typically one's non-heterosexuality, to someone else after having kept it hidden. Once you come out to your parents, you will be very relieved.

See also: come, out, to

come out to (something)

To equal or add up to a certain amount. My medical bills have come out to such a high number that I don't know how I will pay them.

See also: come, out, to

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come out to

an amount Go to come out at an amount.

See also: come, out, to

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