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
Light pollution can obscure a comet’s glow, so use a light pollution map, or consider dark-sky getaways like the Oregon Outback or Big Bend, to enhance the show.
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Stephanie Vermillion, Outside, 23 Mar. 2026
Whatever the reason, Cabo keeps drawing us back—for best-friend getaways, bachelorette trips, and even weddings—and, much to my surprise, the destination always reveals something new.
—Latifah Al Hazza, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
No matter your personal style, every denim jacket on this list is built to carry you through years of springs and weekend getaways to come.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026
Some hosts list unique getaways on the platform, like cabins, tiny homes, lake houses and beach houses.
—Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2026
If the inconsistent, lottery-style getaways continue and remain a safety concern, calls for change will surely only get louder.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 13 Mar. 2026
Charming downtowns, fresh seafood, scenic trails, and standout stays make each one of the South's Best beach getaways worth returning to year after year.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
Some travelers are opting for domestic getaways or visits to Europe or other Caribbean destinations.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
For more getaways, make sure to check out our guide.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 3 Mar. 2026
Stephanie Vermillion, Outside, 23 Mar. 2026
Whatever the reason, Cabo keeps drawing us back—for best-friend getaways, bachelorette trips, and even weddings—and, much to my surprise, the destination always reveals something new.
—Latifah Al Hazza, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
No matter your personal style, every denim jacket on this list is built to carry you through years of springs and weekend getaways to come.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026
Some hosts list unique getaways on the platform, like cabins, tiny homes, lake houses and beach houses.
—Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2026
If the inconsistent, lottery-style getaways continue and remain a safety concern, calls for change will surely only get louder.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 13 Mar. 2026
Charming downtowns, fresh seafood, scenic trails, and standout stays make each one of the South's Best beach getaways worth returning to year after year.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
Some travelers are opting for domestic getaways or visits to Europe or other Caribbean destinations.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
For more getaways, make sure to check out our guide.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 3 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for getaways
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Alongside other elite operators like Ponant and Aqua Expeditions, not to mention private yachts hosting fewer than 15 guests — the bar for truly top-shelf nautical escapes is rising fast.—
Elycia Rubin,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Mar. 2026
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Discover sun, sand, and small-town charm in the Sunshine State’s most irresistible quick escapes.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Mar. 2026
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The State Department also warned travelers to prepare for potential disruptions, including periodic airspace closures that could affect international flights.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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With air defenses proving to be largely effective and commercial flights returning, the lack of in-person education is starting to look like an outlier.—
Kelsey Warner,
semafor.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Getaways.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/getaways. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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