单词 | getaway |
释义 | getaway (getəweɪ ) also get-away Word forms: getaways 1. countable noun [usually singular, oft NOUN noun] If someone makes a getaway, they leave a place quickly, especially after committing a crime or when trying to avoid someone. They made their getaway along a pavement on a stolen motorcycle. ...the burglar's getaway car. Synonyms: escape, break, flight, break-out 2. countable noun A getaway is a short holiday somewhere. [informal] Weekend tours are ideal for families who want a short getaway. Collocations: clean getaway It could have been worse — he might have made a clean getaway. The Sun Instead of making a clean getaway, the clumsy cub slipped and tumbled. Times, Sunday Times He wanted to make a clean getaway. The Sun They made a clean getaway. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 After making clean getaways from three successive heists, she made the mistake of impulsively robbing a fourth bank at random which ultimately sent her to prison. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Though he might end up sharing his family getaway - and the half-pipe - with the oldies. Times, Sunday Times (2007) Throw in the county's deservedly renowned pubs and restaurants offering superb local produce and you have a great family getaway to enjoy all year round. The Sun (2009) The intruder ran outside where at least one accomplice was waiting in a getaway vehicle. Times, Sunday Times The getaway vehicle was identified and recovered and five gang members were arrested. Times, Sunday Times Even the thieves' low-loader getaway vehicle was left alight after shards of metal pierced the fuel tank. Times, Sunday Times The getaway vehicle appears to have been a tractor 'and there's only so far you can get on such a vehicle'. Times, Sunday Times He also stole a van he used as a getaway vehicle. The Sun It's the great getaway without leaving the ground. Times, Sunday Times (2016) GET packing for your great getaway on us! The Sun (2011) Roadworks are being lifted and recovery teams are primed as the great getaway begins in earnest tonight. Times, Sunday Times (2011) Drivers are facing long delays tomorrow as millions of people embark on an early bank holiday getaway. Times, Sunday Times Motorists faced delays caused by accidents, tail-backs and freezing conditions last night with the prospect of more fog and ice as the holiday getaway continues. Times, Sunday Times Jams built up on major roads last night as the holiday getaway began. The Sun As air travellers queued for a bank holiday getaway this weekend, industry executives and politicians were still coming to terms with the inquiry's long-term effects, and how they would respond. Times, Sunday Times An estimated 10m motorists were on the roads yesterday for the busiest day of the bank holiday getaway. Times, Sunday Times So, if a luxurious villa with a private pool just 10 minutes from restaurants, beaches and bars sounds like your ideal getaway, get clicking now! The Sun Its exposed position makes it an ideal getaway from modernity. Times, Sunday Times Here you'll find a 250-year-old farmhouse that sleeps up to 12 people, making it an ideal getaway for an extended family. Times, Sunday Times So make your getaway pitch perfect with these cheap deals. The Sun He ignored them and tried to make a getaway even though the jeep has a top speed of 4mph. Times, Sunday Times It looks as though he was planning to make his getaway on the bus but the police got to him quickly. Times, Sunday Times He manages to hold it off long enough to make a getaway. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 As the robbers were about to make their getaway, nearly 100 police officers arrived and surrounded the bank. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 It offers the perfect getaway for those looking to relax and enjoy beautiful views. The Sun It's the perfect getaway without having to step on the plane; simply sit back and relax. The Sun Find the perfect getaway in this stunning collection of beach escapes and cultural twin-centre breaks. Times, Sunday Times From there you will be able to choose your perfect getaway from the hundreds of parks available and book. The Sun We hope he made a quick getaway. The Sun (2015) Pack an overnight bag so you can make a quick getaway. Times, Sunday Times (2014) This is not a vehicle for a quick getaway. Times, Sunday Times (2014) It was not the romantic getaway that she was promised. The Sun (2016) It's perfect for a romantic getaway, or a family weekend away. The Sun (2010) I tried to reignite things and save our marriage by whisking her away for a romantic getaway for her birthday, but as usual she was glued to her phone. The Sun (2016) If you think there's absolutely no chance you can book a summer getaway this late, you're wrong. Times, Sunday Times But should you buy now or run the risk of the euro's value falling even lower before the big summer getaway? The Sun Union leaders have been accused of attempting to ruin the summer getaway for thousands of rail passengers by launching industrial action. Times, Sunday Times Talk fell inevitably to the 'big summer getaway' and, more important, what to pack. Times, Sunday Times A beautiful summer getaway with some tanning? ST Fancy a luxury weekend getaway where you can be pampered to your heart's content? The Sun (2014) White Lodge is close enough to London to make a good weekend getaway. Times, Sunday Times (2009) You can book a three-night weekend getaway or four nights midweek from £9.50 per person, based on four sharing. The Sun (2013) Throw all your beach bits into this fringe-trimmed straw bag for a winter getaway. Times, Sunday Times As the now-familiar buzz of the landing seaplane heralds new arrivals to their own island paradise, the sun begins to set on my winter getaway. The Sun Fancy being whisked off for a winter getaway in the capital? The Sun Want the perfect winter getaway? The Sun Translations: Chinese: 逃跑尤指犯罪后或逃避某人的 Japanese: 逃走 |
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