escape
Example Sentences
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For most people, reading is an escape route.
From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026
Former BBC weather presenter Carol Kirkwood says she found Strictly Come Dancing "terrifying" and would look for an escape route if she was first on.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
Many of those trapped are thought to be construction workers who were unable to escape in time.
From BBC • May 24, 2026
St. Francis 3, Warren 1: Caysen Sullivan threw six scoreless innings and Donovan Udell came on in the seventh to escape a bases loaded situation for the save in the Division 3 quarterfinals.
From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026
With my purpose gone, I planned my escape even more swiftly than I’d planned my coming.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
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