escape
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Livermore residents couldn’t escape news of the scandal.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026
“The campaign to glorify him,” wrote one biographer in 1988, “has surpassed fanatic religious fervor. The North Korean ‘sun of the nation’ shines both day and night, and it is hard to escape his ubiquity.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026
The incident has drawn comparisons with a 2023 escape of a zebra named Sero from a zoo in Seoul.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
DHS has boasted about instances when wellness checks reportedly helped a minor escape a dangerous living situation.
From Salon • Apr. 10, 2026
When she had all the coconuts on the rocks, Nim loaded ten into each bag and tied knots across the top so they couldn’t escape.
From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr
Vocabulary lists containing escape
Beowulf vocabulary
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
"The Experiment" and "Superstition"
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Selection Vocabulary 1, Unit 2
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
