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Escape

noun
/ɪˈskeɪp/

Meaning

an act of breaking free from confinement or control; a way out
To break free from confinement or control; to get away.

Example Sentences

The prisoner's escape from the jail shocked the authorities.

The prisoner tried to escape from jail.

Example Expressions

escape reality

Synonyms

flight, getaway, breakout, freedom, flee, break out, evade, get away, run away
Entry 1
flight, getaway, breakout, freedom
Entry 2
flee, break out, evade, get away, run away

Antonyms

capture, imprisonment, confinement, entrapment, stay
Entry 1
capture, imprisonment, confinement, entrapment
Entry 2
stay, capture, confinement

Collocations

narrow escape, escape route, escape plan, escape from
Entry 1
narrow escape, escape route, escape plan
Entry 2
escape route, escape plan, escape from, narrow escape

Related Vocabularies

To encourage development, activity, or interest in something.
to take control of a vehicle or situation illegally or by force
To strongly encourage or urge someone to do something.
To twist or squirm in pain or discomfort.
To confuse or puzzle someone completely.
to live in a place; to think about something for a long time

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