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escape

[ih-skeyp] / ɪˈskeɪp /




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In his earlier alien films, extraterrestrials represented mystery and escape.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Eastwood plays the spoon-wielding lead in this thrilling jailbreak saga based on the infamous real-life escape from the Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary in 1962.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

“Even if the U.S. and Iran made a deal tomorrow, I just think you can’t escape it,” Vistesen said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Narratively and logistically, Daniel’s whistleblowing escape limps along with a lack of suspense.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

I was to help fifteen children escape to safety.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler




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