as in to get off
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as in escape
the act or an instance of getting free from danger or confinement
the bank robbers jumped into the waiting car and made their getaway
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Recent Examples of get (away)
James Factora, Them., 22 May 2025
Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start to summer, and the three-day weekend is the perfect time to plan a getaway to the beach.
—Mariette Williams, Essence, 21 May 2025
Made with a black nylon coating and leather details, the short-handle bag is perfect for a weekend getaway or a carry-on bag; just remember to refer to your airline’s size restrictions.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2025
In March, a source confirmed to PEOPLE that Davidson and Hewitt were dating after they were spotted packing on the PDA while swimming on the beach during a getaway in Palm Beach, Fla.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 17 May 2025
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Noun
The two hatch a convoluted getaway plan that involves stealing a briefcase full of money.
—James Factora, Them., 22 May 2025
Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start to summer, and the three-day weekend is the perfect time to plan a getaway to the beach.
—Mariette Williams, Essence, 21 May 2025
Made with a black nylon coating and leather details, the short-handle bag is perfect for a weekend getaway or a carry-on bag; just remember to refer to your airline’s size restrictions.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2025
In March, a source confirmed to PEOPLE that Davidson and Hewitt were dating after they were spotted packing on the PDA while swimming on the beach during a getaway in Palm Beach, Fla.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 17 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get (away)
Verb
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Dennis ultimately slowed down and Hoskins got off the hood of the car and went around to the side, opening the door while the car was still moving, according to ABC.—
Sean Neumann,
People.com,
15 May 2025
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The Braves got off to an awful start — 0-7, then 5-13 — but had consecutive wins for the first time in the two games before Acuña’s X post.—
David O'Brien,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
Noun
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Boyd, 19, who was facing charges of second-degree murder before the escape, was the latest inmate captured.—
Peter D'Abrosca , Nate Foy,
FOXNews.com,
22 May 2025
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What was an escape turned into nine piano compositions made available on various platforms, including Spotify, after feedback on Instagram.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
Noun
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This isn’t the first time that a cockroach has been found in an unexpected location on a flight.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
14 May 2025
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The company is gearing up for another Starship test flight as early as May 21.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
14 May 2025
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“Get (away).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get%20%28away%29. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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