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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This isn’t just another run-of-the-feed, Instagrammable escape.—
Ashlee Marie Preston,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Reading has always been my escape when life feels overwhelming.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
10 July 2025
Verb
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Set up your account today to capitalize on this chance and get off to a fast start with DraftKings Sportsbook.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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The friends took the J train through the rooftops of Brooklyn and got off at Broadway Junction, deep in the borough.—
Mary Jane Gibson,
Rolling Stone,
29 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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Conducted through a collaboration between the Roads and Transport Authority and Joby Aviation, the test flight marks a major step toward launching full operations next year.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
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 13 Jul. 2025.
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