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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as in to get off
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Recent Examples of get (away)
Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025
On Monday, a member of the group fired upon the door to escape before the thieves fled into six getaway vehicles in the valet area of the shopping mall -- several of which were reportedly stolen, police said.
—Mason Leath, ABC News, 24 Sep. 2025
That’s not to say that Soros doesn’t live in impressive surroundings—his Bedford home spans 10,000 square feet, while his weekend getaway in the Hamptons clocks in at over 30,000 square feet.
—Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 23 Sep. 2025
One of the shooting deaths included in ADL’s data involved the suspect robbing a fast-food restaurant and then stealing a getaway vehicle.
—Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 22 Sep. 2025
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Not only are readers signing up for library cards and browsing titles to loan out, but workers, students, and anyone who enjoys a quaint, quiet getaway are utilizing libraries as hangout and remote-work spaces.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025
On Monday, a member of the group fired upon the door to escape before the thieves fled into six getaway vehicles in the valet area of the shopping mall -- several of which were reportedly stolen, police said.
—Mason Leath, ABC News, 24 Sep. 2025
That’s not to say that Soros doesn’t live in impressive surroundings—his Bedford home spans 10,000 square feet, while his weekend getaway in the Hamptons clocks in at over 30,000 square feet.
—Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 23 Sep. 2025
One of the shooting deaths included in ADL’s data involved the suspect robbing a fast-food restaurant and then stealing a getaway vehicle.
—Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 22 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get (away)
Noun
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Each Residence has abundant outdoor lounge spaces and a large swimming pool, and can be booked in its entirety for a group retreat or a multigenerational family escape.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Sep. 2025
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Here, the local world flows straight into your own private escape, creating an unrivaled, unforgettable vacation experience.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
27 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Kindle Scribe has always been about focusing on reading and writing without distractions, and this update simply enhances that experience without getting off track and adding fluff.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
1 Oct. 2025
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His first season in New Jersey got off to a slower start and had some ups, downs and injury woes.—
The Athletic NHL,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The kids associate helicopters with life flights to the local hospital, a sign that someone has been seriously injured, Cornelison said.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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But, here's how the shutdown could affect you from mail to flights to the stock market.—
Lorenzino Estrada,
AZCentral.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Get (away).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get%20%28away%29. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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