fleeing

Example Sentences

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Earlier this year, he said he managed to escape from his flat and move to a different part of the country - fleeing the gang.

From BBC • 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

He remembered the other kids fleeing to get teachers.

From "A Monster Calls" by Patrick Ness