escape

Example Sentences

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The island fortress entered American cultural lore after a 1962 escape by three inmates, which became an inspiration for the film "Escape from Alcatraz" starring Clint Eastwood.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Its cells held infamous criminals such as Al Capone, and several unsuccessful escape attempts captured public imagination.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

The England international usually keeps touches on the ball to a minimum but she did what it took to escape tricky situations when pressure was building.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Even top-performing funds have been unable to escape the pressure from the Middle East conflict.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Since my first day, the thought of escape had been more conscious to me than the act of breathing.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo