fleeing

Example Sentences

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Rinderknecht, who grew up in France, called emergency services himself before fleeing the scene on the night of the fire, prosecutors say.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

The graphic of the fleeing blond woman no longer appears on the bar’s Instagram.

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

From the passenger seat, I often spotted rabbits fleeing down dirt roads and scampering under bushes, many joined by red-legged partridges.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

Rather than fleeing from such a leader, followers cling to him for salvation and protection.

From Salon • May 28, 2026

Knowing at once how he must act, Palmer looked up at the fleeing bird.

From "Wringer" by Jerry Spinelli