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Escape

Verb
UK /ɪˈskeɪp/
US /ɪˈskeɪp/

Definition

(v) : To get away from danger, a place, or problem.
(n) : The act of getting away.

Example

"(v) : He tried to escape the room."

"(v) : The prisoners escaped from the jail during the night and ran through the forest."

"(n) : The children dreamed of an escape from their boring homework by playing outside."

Explanation

Escape means to get away from a place, person, or situation that is dangerous, unpleasant, or boring. For example, someone may escape from a room, a storm, or a stressful task. Escape can also describe avoiding a problem or responsibility. In stories, real heroes don’t escape from difficulties; they face it. It can also mean letting out something, like gas or water escaping from a container. Escape shows leaving or avoiding something harmful, scary, or unwanted, and it can be physical (running away) or figurative (avoiding stress or trouble).

 

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