as in escapes
the act or an instance of getting free from danger or confinement
the bank robbers jumped into the waiting car and made their getaway
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Recent Examples of getaways
With many Americans enjoying time off during the festive season, these cities make especially good getaways during the weeks surrounding Christmas.
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Nerdwallet, Twin Cities, 7 Dec. 2024
Tropical getaways, spontaneous road trips, or a long day at the office are all instances where the best toiletry bags for women on the go are necessary.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 6 Dec. 2024
For those quick getaways that don’t quite warrant a suitcase, the best weekender bags are an elegant alternative to a rolling carry-on.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 5 Dec. 2024
Botched heists, awkward getaways and endless close calls ensue.
—Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 4 Dec. 2024
And now here was this burgeoning industry of pricey get-over-him getaways and move-on medicines.
—Jennifer Wilson, The New Yorker, 4 Dec. 2024
Consider giving the gift of an unforgettable experience by taking advantage of great deals on getaways.
—Ashley J. Dimella Fox News, Fox News, 3 Dec. 2024
And grab travel must-haves like a tote bag and an Adidas duffel bag for weekend getaways.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
Enforcing border security is supposed to be up to federal agencies, but in the thousands of square miles along the border, sheriffs and their deputies are often the ones detaining getaways or rescuing migrants in need.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
Nerdwallet, Twin Cities, 7 Dec. 2024
Tropical getaways, spontaneous road trips, or a long day at the office are all instances where the best toiletry bags for women on the go are necessary.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 6 Dec. 2024
For those quick getaways that don’t quite warrant a suitcase, the best weekender bags are an elegant alternative to a rolling carry-on.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 5 Dec. 2024
Botched heists, awkward getaways and endless close calls ensue.
—Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 4 Dec. 2024
And now here was this burgeoning industry of pricey get-over-him getaways and move-on medicines.
—Jennifer Wilson, The New Yorker, 4 Dec. 2024
Consider giving the gift of an unforgettable experience by taking advantage of great deals on getaways.
—Ashley J. Dimella Fox News, Fox News, 3 Dec. 2024
And grab travel must-haves like a tote bag and an Adidas duffel bag for weekend getaways.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
Enforcing border security is supposed to be up to federal agencies, but in the thousands of square miles along the border, sheriffs and their deputies are often the ones detaining getaways or rescuing migrants in need.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
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“Getaways.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/getaways. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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