No. 13,267 in German
ausgeflogen
The German word "ausgeflogen" means "flown out" or "gone away," often referring to someone leaving a place, such as children moving out of their parents' home.
In a sentence
Die Vögel sind aus ihrem Nest ausgeflogen.
The birds have flown out of their nest.
Here, 'ausgeflogen' describes birds flying out of their nest, emphasizing a literal departure from a place.
Unsere Nachbarn waren nicht zuhause, sie waren ausgeflogen.
Our neighbors were not at home; they were out.
In this context, 'ausgeflogen' is used idiomatically to mean that someone has left their household or is away.
Nach dem Fest sind alle Gäste ausgeflogen.
After the party, all the guests had left.
This usage of 'ausgeflogen' metaphorically conveys people departing from a social gathering.
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