escapology

noun

es·cap·ol·o·gy i-ˌskā-ˈpä-lə-jē

ˌe-(ˌ)skā-

: the art or practice of escaping

escapologist

i-ˌskā-ˈpä-lə-jist

ˌe-(ˌ)skā-

noun

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web 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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