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synonym Comparative
おちつく
VS
出奔

Differences Between "おちつく" and "出奔"

Option A
おちつく
Meaning
to calm down; to settle down; to feel at home
Reading
おちつく (ochitsuku)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
緊張していたが、深呼吸をして落ち着いた。
I was nervous, but I took a deep breath and calmed down.
Option B
出奔
Meaning
running away (from home/duty), absconding, desertion
Reading
しゅっぽん (shuppon)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
彼はある日突然、家族と会社を捨てて出奔した。
One day, he suddenly abandoned his family and company and ran away.

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Which word fits this context: "(to calm down; to settle down; to feel at home)"?
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使い分け解説:
- おちつく: Used when a person or situation becomes calm or stable. Can also mean to feel relaxed and at home in a new place.
- 出奔: Implies leaving home, family, or duty secretly or abandoning responsibilities. Often carries a negative or dramatic connotation.
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