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 June 2025
It's been deemed to have one of the prettiest small towns in California and as a locals-only secret for a scenic getaway, but the 76-square-mile isle can also burst to life if an event is being held.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 24 June 2025
The best Airbnbs in the French Riviera offer something for every kind of traveler, from quaint city getaways to sprawling Provençal villas.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 24 June 2025
One month later, Siwa and Hughes, 32, showcased their friendship, posting snaps from a getaway in Mexico, along with a photo of them cuddling together.
—Ilana Kaplan, People.com, 20 June 2025
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Verb
Next summer, Gaines is pulling inspiration from one whimsical and adored childhood read—here's how to make your garden look like a certain lush getaway.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 June 2025
It's been deemed to have one of the prettiest small towns in California and as a locals-only secret for a scenic getaway, but the 76-square-mile isle can also burst to life if an event is being held.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 24 June 2025
The best Airbnbs in the French Riviera offer something for every kind of traveler, from quaint city getaways to sprawling Provençal villas.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 24 June 2025
One month later, Siwa and Hughes, 32, showcased their friendship, posting snaps from a getaway in Mexico, along with a photo of them cuddling together.
—Ilana Kaplan, People.com, 20 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get (away)
Noun
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Sheriff Susan Hutson, whose department operates the jail and has faced intense scrutiny over the escapes, personally received the tip Friday morning that led to the arrest.—
Chris Kenning,
USA Today,
27 June 2025
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Authorities have arrested at least 16 people who are accused of aiding the escape of the inmates.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 June 2025
Verb
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Even after being named an alternate captain this season, Samuelsson got off to a slow start and was at the center of one of the team’s most disappointing moments of the season when nobody stepped in to defend Tage Thompson after a dirty hit from Stefan Noesen.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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The tariff roller coaster rumbles on, and for American manufacturers, there’s no getting off the ride anytime soon.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
20 June 2025
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Additionally, LaGuardia Airport was seeing delays of up to three hours, with the FAA implementing a Traffic Management Program for incoming flights.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
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The plot splits the team up, with Riker (Jonathan Frakes) leading efforts to ensure the flight goes off without a hitch.—
Chris Snellgrove,
EW.com,
30 June 2025
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“Get (away).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get%20%28away%29. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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