GETAWAYS Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

getaways

noun

plural of getaway

as in escapes

the act or an instance of getting free from danger or confinement the bank robbers jumped into the waiting car and made their getaway

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Recent Examples of getaways Family vacations have become limited to weekend getaways, because judges can schedule hearings at any time. — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026 Hummingbirds are set to begin departing Michigan for their winter getaways down south. — Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 1 Sep. 2026 For travelers who have had their fill of pool days and triple-digit temperatures, an early taste of fall may sound even better, with mountain getaways and northern latitudes calling. — Brittany Anas, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026 Two island getaways off the coast of Massachusetts rank as the nation's most expensive small towns. — Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026 Since welcoming Rocky, Kardashian and Barker have offered occasional glimpses into life with their blended family, sharing moments from holidays, birthdays and family getaways while largely keeping their youngest son's face out of the spotlight. — Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 24 Aug. 2026 Hoh Rain Forest, Washington The Pacific Northwest is one of the United States’ greenest getaways, but nothing in this region—or the rest of the country—compares to the mesmerizing Hoh Rain Forest in Washington’s Olympic National Park. — Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 21 Aug. 2026 Read on for family-friendly getaways, cozy spots that are flush with amenities and views, romantic retreats, along with several spots to get your hygge on in the wilderness. — Lori Keong, Architectural Digest, 20 Aug. 2026 One of the beauties of living in the Midwest is not having to go far for unique and exciting family getaways. — Rashad Alexander august 20, Kansas City Star, 20 Aug. 2026

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Summary The Maldives, long known for luxury escapes, is experiencing a significant shift in traveler expectations.

— Lela London, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
No dragons, of course, but plenty of political conniving, clashing swords and last-minute escapes.

— Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of escapes

Noun

Embracing modern globalized tourism, the newcomers came on direct charter flights, even from provincial cities, to the civilian airport at U-Tapao, benefiting from a 30-day visa-free agreement.

— Grant Peck, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
Since launching in May 2024, the dog-centric luxury airline has flown nearly 1 million miles, transporting 2,661 pets across 40 breeds via more than 360 flights.

— Rebecca Norris, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026

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