1. acts of getting away from confinement or danger
Usage: plural
2. ways to avoid dealing with reality or problems
Usage: plural

1. gets away from a dangerous or unpleasant situation
Usage: third person singular present
2. avoids something unpleasant
Usage: third person singular present
3. leaks out from a container
Usage: third person singular present

Examples

• The prisoner escapes from jail every night in his dreams.
• She always escapes doing the dishes by leaving early.
• Gas escapes from the broken pipe.
• The movie is full of daring escapes and chase scenes.
• Video games provide escapes from everyday stress.
• The cat escapes through the open window.
• He escapes punishment by telling the truth.
• Steam escapes from the kettle when it boils.