escapology

noun

es·cap·ol·o·gy | \ i-ˌskā-ˈpä-lə-jē

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, ˌe-(ˌ)skā-\

Definition of escapology

: the art or practice of escaping

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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, "60 home sales in six weeks at Dakota in West Delray," 28 Apr. 2017

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escape with one's life

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