going out now

USAGE SUMMARY

"going out now" is correct and can be used in written English.
It is commonly used to refer to the present moment or immediate future in verbal and written communication. Example: "I am going out now to buy some groceries. Would you like to join me?".

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Formal & Business

Wiki

Science

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

13 human-written examples

"I can't think of anything worse than going out now".

The New York Times

"So... are you guys going out now?" read one text.

The Guardian - Lifestyle

"We are going out now with our front-end loaders and big equipment," he said.

The New York Times

Only 6 of 10 tuna boats are going out now, he said, but "the ones that are going are banging them up," Mr. Maginnis said, using slang for a large catch.

The New York Times

Matt Goias, 23, who promotes a weekly hip-hop party on Tuesdays at Spa called Indie 5000, said, "Me and my friends joke that going out now is like being in an interactive strip club".

The New York Times - Style

Next is our Hud money and the FTA money, along with some other departments... that's the medium money that's going out now and starting to do these midterm projects.

The Guardian

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

44 human-written examples

Bernard adds: "I've just seen that train go out now and it's clapped out.

The Guardian

"You go out now, it's clubby, there's too many rules.

The New York Times

They like to flex their muscles and go out now and again and punch somebody.

The Guardian

I can go out now and enjoy a pickup game, but it's not the same.

The New York Times

"No student of nature should go out now expecting to find a new world".

The New York Times - Books

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "going out now" to clearly indicate an immediate departure or start of an activity. This emphasizes the present moment of action.

Common error

Avoid using "going out now" when referring to future, non-immediate events. Instead, use phrases like "going out later" or "planning to go out".

Linguistic Context

The phrase "going out now" functions as a present continuous construction indicating an action that is happening at the moment of speaking. Ludwig's AI validates this construction as grammatically correct and suitable for various contexts.

Expression frequency: Uncommon

Frequent in

News & Media

60%

Formal & Business

15%

Wiki

15%

Less common in

Science

10%

Academia

0%

Encyclopedias

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

The phrase "going out now" is a grammatically sound and frequently used expression to denote an immediate departure or the commencement of an activity. Ludwig AI confirms its correctness and suitability for various contexts. Primarily observed in news and media, as well as formal business settings, it carries a neutral tone and serves to inform others of an action in progress at the present moment. While you can use alternatives such as "leaving immediately" or "I'm heading out", using "going out now" effectively communicates your current action without delay.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

I'm heading out

A common and slightly less formal way of saying 'going out'.

now departing

A more concise way to announce leaving at the current time.

leaving immediately

Emphasizes the promptness of departure.

departing at this moment

Formal way to indicate departure is happening right now.

I'm on my way

Implies departure and movement towards a destination.

stepping out right away

Implies a quick and immediate exit.

setting off presently

Indicates the beginning of a journey or activity in the immediate future.

off I go

An informal way to announce departure.

starting out forthwith

Suggests an immediate commencement with a formal tone.

exiting without delay

Highlights the lack of waiting time before leaving.

FAQs

How can I use "going out now" in a sentence?

You can use "going out now" to indicate you are leaving immediately. For example, "I'm going out now, I'll see you later".

What can I say instead of "going out now"?

You can use alternatives like "leaving immediately", "I'm heading out", or "now departing" depending on the context.

Which is correct, "going out now" or "will go out now"?

"Going out now" is correct for indicating an immediate action. "Will go out now" isn't typically used; instead, use "going out now" or "I'm about to go out".

What's the difference between "going out now" and "going out later"?

"Going out now" means you are leaving immediately, while "going out later" indicates a departure at some point in the future.