as in escapes
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 getaways
Crystal Mountain, Michigan Founded in 1956 as a community ski area, Crystal Mountain (28 miles southwest of Traverse City) has become a destination for healthful, pampering getaways.
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Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 7 Jan. 2026
RVshare RVshare’s 2026 Travel Trend Report shows a travel landscape shaped by flexibility, comfort, and thoughtful experiences, as more Americans opt for intentional, easy-to-plan getaways over long bucket-list trips.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 6 Jan. 2026
Once restrictions were lifted, airlines scrambled to accommodate passengers who were stuck at airports or holiday getaways by increasing aircraft capacity and number of flights across the region.
—Laura Turbay, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026
Solo traveler Kevin Droniak turns quick getaways into unforgettable experiences — often squeezing entire countries into single-day trips.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 30 Dec. 2025
In a classic pattern of escape, socializing, romance and fun getaways will be enjoyable!
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 29 Dec. 2025
Berry has frequently shared photos from outdoor getaways this year, often documenting hikes, desert landscapes and time spent exploring nature.
—Danielle Minnetian, FOXNews.com, 28 Dec. 2025
Individuals often grab those packages from doorsteps or porches and make quick getaways either on foot or in a waiting vehicle.
—James Herrera Monterey Daily Herald, Arkansas Online, 28 Dec. 2025
Tiffany's Instagram is full of photos of the family enjoying warm-weather getaways.
—Beth Sobol, PEOPLE, 10 Nov. 2025
Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 7 Jan. 2026
RVshare RVshare’s 2026 Travel Trend Report shows a travel landscape shaped by flexibility, comfort, and thoughtful experiences, as more Americans opt for intentional, easy-to-plan getaways over long bucket-list trips.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 6 Jan. 2026
Once restrictions were lifted, airlines scrambled to accommodate passengers who were stuck at airports or holiday getaways by increasing aircraft capacity and number of flights across the region.
—Laura Turbay, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026
Solo traveler Kevin Droniak turns quick getaways into unforgettable experiences — often squeezing entire countries into single-day trips.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 30 Dec. 2025
In a classic pattern of escape, socializing, romance and fun getaways will be enjoyable!
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 29 Dec. 2025
Berry has frequently shared photos from outdoor getaways this year, often documenting hikes, desert landscapes and time spent exploring nature.
—Danielle Minnetian, FOXNews.com, 28 Dec. 2025
Individuals often grab those packages from doorsteps or porches and make quick getaways either on foot or in a waiting vehicle.
—James Herrera Monterey Daily Herald, Arkansas Online, 28 Dec. 2025
Tiffany's Instagram is full of photos of the family enjoying warm-weather getaways.
—Beth Sobol, PEOPLE, 10 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for getaways
Noun
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Interest in rural escapes has boomed for Gen Z travelers over the past two years, with a 300% spike year-over-year in guest reviews mentioning farms on Vrbo.—
Jennifer Liu,
CNBC,
11 Jan. 2026
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Fidler, who improved his record to 29-7, scored a takedown in the second period to offset escapes by Williams during the second and third periods.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Guests on these bespoke flights can remain in the air for aerial views or touch down to explore the parks.—
Brittany Anas,
Forbes.com,
21 Jan. 2026
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The main control tower has since been back up and running, according to the Federal Aviation Administration, but not before nearly 900 flights were delayed.—
Marissa Sulek,
CBS News,
21 Jan. 2026
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“Getaways.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/getaways. Accessed 25 Jan. 2026.
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