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
Then, even more photos of the pair began playing, including moments from their wedding day and romantic getaways.
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Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026
Luckily, living in the South lends itself to year-round coastal getaways thanks to our temperate climate.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 19 Jan. 2026
One of Frisch's favorite local getaways is East Shore Park on the lake, a popular spot for families and barbecuing.
—Kelsey Fowler, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2026
Instead, Guesthouse Lake Tahoe — a stately, modern residence in Truckee, California — marks the start of an exclusive, members-only approach to group getaways that fuses five-star hospitality with the comfort of home.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 11 Jan. 2026
Expanded nonstop flights to Portland International Airport (just 30 miles away) are simplifying travel, making spontaneous long weekends and family getaways more attainable than ever.
—Josh Roberts, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
Crystal Mountain, Michigan Founded in 1956 as a community ski area, Crystal Mountain (28 miles southwest of Traverse City) has become a destination for healthful, pampering getaways.
—Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 7 Jan. 2026
Once restrictions were lifted, airlines scrambled to accommodate passengers who were stuck at airports or holiday getaways by increasing aircraft capacity and number of flights across the region.
—Laura Turbay, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026
Solo traveler Kevin Droniak turns quick getaways into unforgettable experiences — often squeezing entire countries into single-day trips.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 30 Dec. 2025
Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026
Luckily, living in the South lends itself to year-round coastal getaways thanks to our temperate climate.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 19 Jan. 2026
One of Frisch's favorite local getaways is East Shore Park on the lake, a popular spot for families and barbecuing.
—Kelsey Fowler, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2026
Instead, Guesthouse Lake Tahoe — a stately, modern residence in Truckee, California — marks the start of an exclusive, members-only approach to group getaways that fuses five-star hospitality with the comfort of home.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 11 Jan. 2026
Expanded nonstop flights to Portland International Airport (just 30 miles away) are simplifying travel, making spontaneous long weekends and family getaways more attainable than ever.
—Josh Roberts, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
Crystal Mountain, Michigan Founded in 1956 as a community ski area, Crystal Mountain (28 miles southwest of Traverse City) has become a destination for healthful, pampering getaways.
—Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 7 Jan. 2026
Once restrictions were lifted, airlines scrambled to accommodate passengers who were stuck at airports or holiday getaways by increasing aircraft capacity and number of flights across the region.
—Laura Turbay, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026
Solo traveler Kevin Droniak turns quick getaways into unforgettable experiences — often squeezing entire countries into single-day trips.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 30 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for getaways
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And that figure is only poised to rise, as more and more travelers choose restorative escapes over traditional sightseeing, prioritizing the chance to feel refreshed as much as the destination itself.—
Madeline Weinfield,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Feb. 2026
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The warmth and natural beauty of the Sunshine State drew Northerners seeking seasonal escapes and setting the table for Central Florida’s tourism industry to bloom.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
31 Jan. 2026
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Regardless of age, all travelers need a passport for international flights, and passports are REAL ID-compliant.—
Jordan Green,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
3 Feb. 2026
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The low-altitude flights will be happening through Wednesday and will be conducted by the department's National Nuclear Security Administration.—
Jose Fabian,
CBS News,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Getaways.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/getaways. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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