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to escape
Ichidan Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to escape (disaster, death, etc.)
  2. 2. to be saved from
  3. 3. to avoid (e.g. punishment)
A verb meaning to escape from, avoid, or be spared from something unpleasant or dangerous. It is often used in contexts where someone narrowly avoids a bad outcome such as punishment, disaster, or death. It carries a nuance of relief that something harmful did not happen.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Did that proposal help you avoid a pointless investment?

Sentence 2

Even if I apologize, I don't think I can escape the criticism.

Sentence 3

"Language can never fully escape misunderstanding," the teacher said.

Sentence 4

If I stay quiet here, I have a feeling I won't escape the regret.

Sentence 5

Even if you think you handled it well, you can't really avoid the criticism, can you.