fled
Example Sentences
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Azam Jangravi, an activist who fled Iran after protesting against the compulsory veil, said she initially favored the bombing campaign that targeted Iran’s leaders and security forces.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
Sure, she did a weird little dance, then fled the set.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026
Avon and Somerset Police said the suspect fled the scene on a black and grey electric bike in the direction of Soundwell.
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
The actor, 46, took to Instagram to announce that he and his family had fled O’ahu’s North Shore after they lost power at their property.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026
Anya’s ears rang and buzzed from the bukavac’s screeching, and then it turned and fled.
From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.