bail out synonyms

bail out

v.

  1. To post bond for

    release, give security for, post bail for, assure, underwrite, guarantee, warrant, insure, deliver, go bail for*, spring*.

  2. To help in a crisis

    assist, relieve, give a helping hand; see help 1.

  3. *To retreat

    withdraw, flee, escape; see abandon 2, retreat 1, 2.

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