flee (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /fliː/
Definition
To run away from a dangerous place or situation.
Examples
The villagers had to flee their homes as the invaders approached.
She decided to flee the country to escape her debts.
The animals will flee if they sense danger.
How to Use flee
- flee from (prepositional phrase)
- To escape or run away from a specific place, person, or situation. — "They had to flee from the rising floodwaters."
- flee to (prepositional phrase)
- To go to a particular place in order to escape danger or trouble. — "Many citizens fled to the capital city for safety."
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