as in to get off
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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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Recent Examples of get (away)
James Factora, Them., 22 May 2025
Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start to summer, and the three-day weekend is the perfect time to plan a getaway to the beach.
—Mariette Williams, Essence, 21 May 2025
Made with a black nylon coating and leather details, the short-handle bag is perfect for a weekend getaway or a carry-on bag; just remember to refer to your airline’s size restrictions.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2025
In March, a source confirmed to PEOPLE that Davidson and Hewitt were dating after they were spotted packing on the PDA while swimming on the beach during a getaway in Palm Beach, Fla.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 17 May 2025
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Noun
The two hatch a convoluted getaway plan that involves stealing a briefcase full of money.
—James Factora, Them., 22 May 2025
Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start to summer, and the three-day weekend is the perfect time to plan a getaway to the beach.
—Mariette Williams, Essence, 21 May 2025
Made with a black nylon coating and leather details, the short-handle bag is perfect for a weekend getaway or a carry-on bag; just remember to refer to your airline’s size restrictions.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2025
In March, a source confirmed to PEOPLE that Davidson and Hewitt were dating after they were spotted packing on the PDA while swimming on the beach during a getaway in Palm Beach, Fla.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 17 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get (away)
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When Snow tried to ask questions, the woman would deflect or try to get off the phone quickly.—
Meredith Wilshere,
People.com,
25 May 2025
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Prosper got off to a quick start and never let the Indians in the game as the Eagles took Game 3 and the series from Keller 7-0 on Saturday, May 24, at Dallas Jesuit High School.—
Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 May 2025
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Boyd, 19, who was facing charges of second-degree murder before the escape, was the latest inmate captured.—
Peter D'Abrosca , Nate Foy,
FOXNews.com,
22 May 2025
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What was an escape turned into nine piano compositions made available on various platforms, including Spotify, after feedback on Instagram.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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An All Nippon Airways flight traveling from Tokyo to Houston was diverted to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport after a passenger reportedly tried to open the plane's exit doors mid-flight, authorities said.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
27 May 2025
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Did Fielder need to lock the network lawyers assigned to Season 2 inside of Nate’s Lizard Lounge for the duration of the two-hour and 10-minute flight?—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
26 May 2025
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“Get (away).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get%20%28away%29. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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