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Elope

usgb/ɪˈləʊp/Volume
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Romantic ImplicationsPlay
Elope suggests a romantic escape often driven by love against social norms. SlideGrace and Leo decided to elope despite their family's feud.
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Spontaneous AdventurePlay
Eloping implies a sense of spontaneity, adventure, and possibly rebellion. SlideThey spontaneously eloped to Vegas, married by an Elvis impersonator.
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Cultural ShiftPlay
Historically negative, elopement is more accepted today as a personal choice. SlideTheir elopement was celebrated with a casual beach party afterward.