escapee

Example Sentences

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By the 1530s there were reports of conspiracies to revolt, as well as the establishment of colonies by escapees from slavery.

From Los Angeles Times

In spite of the limitations, Mr. Tuck has come up with the names of an impressive 173 escapees spread across 12 cities.

From The Wall Street Journal

The antlered escapee was eventually captured several hours later after falling asleep in the dunes of a nearby beach, before being returned to his owners.

From BBC

"The fear I've lived with all my life - embedded in my DNA - has reawakened with renewed vigour," said one escapee living in Western Europe, who asked to hide her name and precise location.

From BBC

Ezzeldin says he joined a group of escapees who took shelter in a building, moving by night and sometimes literally crawling along the ground in an effort to remain hidden.

From BBC