quick escape

Rapid departure route

A quick escape is a rapid departure from a dangerous, uncomfortable, or unwanted situation.

The phrase emphasizes speed and urgency: We needed a quick escape from the boring party.

In video games and software, a quick escape may refer to a keyboard shortcut or exit command that instantly closes a window or returns to safety.

Related
  • getawaySwift departure or retreat
  • fleeDepart swiftly from threat
  • get outDepart or escape
  • boltThreaded rod for nuts
  • dashQuick burst or pinch

sprint · split second · exit · emergency exit · back door · vanish · disappear · hatch · window · backdoor · trapdoor · panic · chase · pursuit · narrow · close call · hair's breadth · run

Categories
Opposites
freedom of movement

quick escapeentrapment

Defense against induced criminality

indefinite detention · lingering presence

manner/deliberateness

quick escapeleisurely stroll

leisurely walk · saunter

Family

quick, escape, quicker, quickest, quickly, quickness, quicken, quickened, quickening

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Everyday, not technical · Rated G