speed away
Example Sentences
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When police started a traffic stop, the car began to speed away, they said.
From Washington Post • Jul. 30, 2022
But Mr Shah's statement in parliament, that the army fired because the truck carrying the villagers tried to speed away when asked to stop, has angered protesters even more.
From BBC • Dec. 13, 2021
The slowly moving storm suddenly took a turn north, forcing him to make a U-turn and speed away, trees snapping and power lines falling around him.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 27, 2021
Jimenez’s friends were still in the parking lot at about 11:28 p.m. when they saw Jimenez run to his car and speed away.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 12, 2021
Without another word, our unwelcome guests climb into their cars and speed away.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
