getaway

[get-uh-wey]

noun

1. a getting away or fleeing; an escape.

2. the start of a race.

   a fast getaway.

3. a place where one escapes for relaxation, vacation, etc., or a period of time for such recreation.

   a little seaside getaway; a two-week getaway in the Bahamas.

adjective

1. used as a means of escape or fleeing.

   a stolen getaway car.

2. used for occasional relaxation, retreat, or reclusion.

   a weekend getaway house.

Word History and Origins

Origin of getaway¹

First recorded in 1850–55; noun use of verb phrase get away

Example Sentences

A local man, an alleged getaway driver, was later arrested.

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It’s confusing, time-consuming and adds to the trip cost, significantly if you’re older and booking a luxury getaway.

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Bell found the Apple tracking device under her friend’s car while on a weekend getaway in Palm Springs in 2023.

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Also taken into custody Tuesday was Maria “Mary Oceans” Mares, who is accused of driving the getaway car in a fumbled attempt on Amiryan’s life.

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I planned a quick weekend getaway with a few of my friends, and here’s some of what we did and ate.

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