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escape (verb, noun)

To succeed in getting away from a place where you are held, or to avoid something dangerous or unpleasant. It can also refer to a way of forgetting about your problems for a short time.

💬 Example

"The hikers managed to escape the storm just in time."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of an 'S' shaped 'Cape'. To e-S-CAPE, you have to slip out of your Cape and run away!

🏛️ Origin

⚠️ Common Mistakes

I escaped from the accident. → I escaped the accident.

I ex-caped the room. → I es-caped the room.

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