escape

verb B1

Meaning

To escape means to get away from a place or situation that you do not want to be in.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "escape" with "run away"; "escape" can also mean to avoid something.

Example Sentences

I cannot escape from my problems by ignoring them .
I want to escape the city and go to the beach .

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