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as in flees
to get free from a dangerous or confining situation
everyone managed to escape from the burning building in time
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as in evades
to get or keep away from (as a responsibility) through cleverness or trickery
a judge who is very determined not to let criminals escape punishment
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as in breaks
the act or an instance of getting free from danger or confinement
a daring prison escape
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Recent Examples of escapes
Megan Eaves, Outside, 16 Mar. 2026
From luxury and adults-only escapes to ships packed with onboard adventures and kids’ clubs, there’s truly a cruise—and a cruise line—for everyone.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
No conversation about the Irish screen industry’s future escapes the question of AI.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 Mar. 2026
The Beach Tulum Nearly 300 feet of private, pristine, and adults-only beachfront make The Beach Tulum one of the quieter escapes on the sands of Tulum.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2026
Jori Heard escapes an at-bat against Reese Atwood but can't get away from Katie Stewart.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
Continue reading … -- IN OTHER NEWS TICKING CLOCK — American stuck in Middle East escapes in race to reach critically ill husband.
—FOXNews.com, 5 Mar. 2026
Advertisement Lang escapes to street level and is pursued by Sam.
—Barry Levitt, Time, 4 Mar. 2026
When a storm traps everyone inside, Hannah must find the culprit before the road clears and the killer escapes.
—Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 1 Mar. 2026
Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 5 Mar. 2026
According to the Global Wellness Institute, travelers are seeking active escapes as a way to reduce stress, reconnect with a sense of community, and pursue personal growth through self-challenge.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
Winter adds even more choice with Oasis of the Seas, Independence, Mariner and Rhapsody covering everything from short escapes to deeper Southern Caribbean itineraries.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 4 Mar. 2026
With excellent eats, a vibrant arts scene, and natural escapes in the heart of the city, Reno is just as unique as the terrain that surrounds it.
—Ted Alvarez, Outside, 4 Mar. 2026
Young couples on long-weekend escapes and honeymooners make up a decent share of the guest list too.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Feb. 2026
If the sound of far-flung escapes and close encounters with a humpback whale floats your boat, read on for some of the world’s most unique marine getaways, from French Polynesia to Panama and Mozambique.
—Luke Abrahams, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2026
The warmth and natural beauty of the Sunshine State drew Northerners seeking seasonal escapes and setting the table for Central Florida’s tourism industry to bloom.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2026
In one of the most extraordinary escapes in tennis history, Carlos Alcaraz overcame sickness and major physical difficulties to defeat Alexander Zverev in five sets and reach his first Australian Open final.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 30 Jan. 2026
Verb
These luxury Appalachian escapes pair low-impact lighting, stargazing, and mountain activities like horseback riding and hiking.
—Megan Eaves, Outside, 16 Mar. 2026
From luxury and adults-only escapes to ships packed with onboard adventures and kids’ clubs, there’s truly a cruise—and a cruise line—for everyone.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
No conversation about the Irish screen industry’s future escapes the question of AI.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 Mar. 2026
The Beach Tulum Nearly 300 feet of private, pristine, and adults-only beachfront make The Beach Tulum one of the quieter escapes on the sands of Tulum.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2026
Jori Heard escapes an at-bat against Reese Atwood but can't get away from Katie Stewart.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
Continue reading … -- IN OTHER NEWS TICKING CLOCK — American stuck in Middle East escapes in race to reach critically ill husband.
—FOXNews.com, 5 Mar. 2026
Advertisement Lang escapes to street level and is pursued by Sam.
—Barry Levitt, Time, 4 Mar. 2026
When a storm traps everyone inside, Hannah must find the culprit before the road clears and the killer escapes.
—Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 1 Mar. 2026
Noun
Discover sun, sand, and small-town charm in the Sunshine State’s most irresistible quick escapes.
—Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 5 Mar. 2026
According to the Global Wellness Institute, travelers are seeking active escapes as a way to reduce stress, reconnect with a sense of community, and pursue personal growth through self-challenge.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
Winter adds even more choice with Oasis of the Seas, Independence, Mariner and Rhapsody covering everything from short escapes to deeper Southern Caribbean itineraries.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 4 Mar. 2026
With excellent eats, a vibrant arts scene, and natural escapes in the heart of the city, Reno is just as unique as the terrain that surrounds it.
—Ted Alvarez, Outside, 4 Mar. 2026
Young couples on long-weekend escapes and honeymooners make up a decent share of the guest list too.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Feb. 2026
If the sound of far-flung escapes and close encounters with a humpback whale floats your boat, read on for some of the world’s most unique marine getaways, from French Polynesia to Panama and Mozambique.
—Luke Abrahams, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2026
The warmth and natural beauty of the Sunshine State drew Northerners seeking seasonal escapes and setting the table for Central Florida’s tourism industry to bloom.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2026
In one of the most extraordinary escapes in tennis history, Carlos Alcaraz overcame sickness and major physical difficulties to defeat Alexander Zverev in five sets and reach his first Australian Open final.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for escapes
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The stinger on the scene, where Katie flees and Greg mistakenly gets caught peeping on two girls smooching, is good for some giggles.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
9 Mar. 2026
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Seemingly a united front, Michaela agrees to stay in London upon Francesca’s request, but secretly flees in the finale.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
27 Feb. 2026
Verb
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But how does one set out to write a biography about the creation of an author who not only can’t be reached, but actively evades the spotlight?—
Costa Beavin Pappas,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Mar. 2026
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The result is contrasting, suited for a composition that evades singular meaning.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2026
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At the time, prosecutors said the two guards shopped online, took breaks, and napped instead of checking Epstein’s cell every 30 minutes as required.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
14 Mar. 2026
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Ultrawealthy buyers are now securing spots on private waitlists months—or even years—before a home breaks ground.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
14 Mar. 2026
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The White House’s push for the Railway Safety Act flies in the face of its own advice.—
John Shelton,
Washington Post,
16 Mar. 2026
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Young normally flies using CLEAR, a private security program that costs about $200 a person, but that option wasn’t available on Sunday.—
Dan Gallo,
NBC news,
15 Mar. 2026
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The design here avoids ski-lodge clichés but maintains splendid common areas, including a cozy library and a grand lobby decorated with stone and wood finishes and splashes of rich red and orange hues.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Mar. 2026
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Furthermore, the robot avoids the inevitable performance decay seen in technologies such as solar panels or nuclear generators, ensuring a longer operational lifespan in the field.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Dubai, a major transit hub for international travel, briefly shut its airspace, the second disruption to flights in the city in as many days as the war showed no signs of abating.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
18 Mar. 2026
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Or international runners can buy marathon packages that include a bib, hotel stay, and flights.—
Alex Mayyasi,
NPR,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
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High school football in La Jolla this week was a tale of two routs — one on the positive side and the other not so much.—
La Jolla Light,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Oct. 2025
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Let the home routs and the Albertsons Stadium invincibility continue.—
Jim Keyser,
Idaho Statesman,
28 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The organizations involved in these rescues, from the GCSTR to the Houston Zoo to the Audubon Institute, rely on early reports from the public.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2026
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The Marine Division has assisted a dog from a storm drain along the river, but hasn't performed any major rescues this year, said a spokesperson.—
Natalie Davies,
Freep.com,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Escapes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/escapes. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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