Escape
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Physical Situations
Use when discussing physical confinement or restraint. She managed to escape the ropes and call for help.
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Figurative Use
Can describe avoiding non-physical situations, like boring meetings. I couldn't escape another long meeting today.
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Emotional Relief
Sometimes used to express relief from emotional or mental situations. She reads books to escape reality.