duck out
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This year, he had to duck out of a dinner in Prague to secure spots for his two sons in a popular Lego camp.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 15, 2026
But while he was close to Sa he wasn't in front of him and, unlike Robertson, he did not duck out of the path of the ball.
From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2025
The "duck out of water" appeal, Hilton's "that's hot" persona and Richie's dry humor made the show a hit.
From Salon ● Aug. 12, 2024
As Padres third baseman Jantzen Witte threw to second, Lux seemed to try and duck out of the way of the ball.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 27, 2023
Petra looked up to see the man who had chased them duck out of the patrol car.
From "Chasing Vermeer" by Blue Balliett
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