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Fleeing: meaning, definitions and examples

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fleeing

 

[ flee-ing ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

running away

Fleeing refers to the act of running away from a place or situation of danger. It often conveys a sense of urgency or panic, as individuals attempt to escape from threats or harm.

Synonyms

bolting, escaping, running away.

Examples of usage

  • The villagers were fleeing the approaching storm.
  • He was fleeing from the authorities after the robbery.
  • They decided to flee the country during the war.
Context #2 | Verb

evading capture

Fleeing can also describe the action of evading capture or pursuit, especially by law enforcement. This often involves quick and stealthy movements to avoid being caught.

Synonyms

avoiding, eluding, escaping.

Examples of usage

  • The suspect was seen fleeing the scene of the crime.
  • She managed to flee from the kidnappers.
  • Fleeing from the police can result in serious legal repercussions.

Translations

Translations of the word "fleeing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fugindo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคญเคพเค—เคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช fliehen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ melarikan diri

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒั‚ะตั‡ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ucieczka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้€ƒใ’ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท fuir

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ huir

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kaรงmak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋„๋ง๊ฐ€๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู‡ุฑูˆุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ utรญkat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ utek

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้€ƒ่ท‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ beลพati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ flรฝja

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐัˆัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ แƒ‘แƒ”แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qaรงmaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ huir

Etymology

The word 'fleeing' originates from the Old English term 'flean', which meant to 'fly' or 'run away'. This relates to the concept of movement away from danger or threat. The term has evolved over centuries, with its usage found in various forms of literature and historical texts, emphasizing the act of escape. Its roots can be traced further back to Proto-Germanic '*flฤ“wanฤ…', which also conveyed meanings related to flying or escaping. The modern usage of 'flee' and its participial form 'fleeing' has been prevalent since the Middle English era, where the act of fleeing was often depicted in medieval stories of battle, flight from justice, or even romantic escapades. Today, the term retains its urgency in describing scenarios that involve a necessary escape from perilous situations.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,062, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.