es·cap·ol·o·gist
ə̇ˌskāˈpäləjə̇st 
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plural -s
1
: one who attempts to avoid reality or serious matters by frivolous self-indulgence and merrymaking
—not used technically
2
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Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 26 Jan. 2026
After so many other feats of escapology, there is little reason to expect that he will be held accountable in any meaningful way.
—Matt Ford, The New Republic, 24 Mar. 2022
Escapology, an entertainment retailer, plans to open a 7,070-square-foot location, while Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory will take 1,366 square feet.
—Paul Owers, Sun-Sentinel.com, 28 Apr. 2017
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Noun
Zhang Lintao / Getty Images MELBOURNE, Australia — Madison Keys could not pull off another feat of escapology at the Australian Open.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 26 Jan. 2026
After so many other feats of escapology, there is little reason to expect that he will be held accountable in any meaningful way.
—Matt Ford, The New Republic, 24 Mar. 2022
Escapology, an entertainment retailer, plans to open a 7,070-square-foot location, while Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory will take 1,366 square feet.
—Paul Owers, Sun-Sentinel.com, 28 Apr. 2017
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“Escapology.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/escapology. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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