abscond
Example Sentences
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His house was encumbered with liens and he’d sold a “prop plane” that prosecutors cited when arguing he was a risk to abscond, Maitia said.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 21, 2025
It’s a far cry from the sleek criminals of streaming series, who seldom budge from their computers and abscond with millions and billions thanks to a few clicks.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 19, 2025
However, a government source admitted it was possible some could abscond before they were detained.
From BBC • Apr. 30, 2024
Authorities haven’t accused Osborne of sheltering the Pollocks but cited his ties to the family as a reason to fear that he could abscond.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 14, 2024
A first-rate Russian might easily abscond to the more affluent West.
From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson
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