The Open Dictionary

run away

Related to word: run

Phrasal Verb

Definition (avoidance)

  1. to circumvent confronting a challenge or problematic situation

    • Some people choose to run away from difficulties instead of confronting the issues.

    • Running away won't solve the problem; the best approach is to face the challenge directly.

    • Whenever faced with difficulties, he always runs away instead of seeking solutions.

Definition (departure)

  1. B2

    to abruptly and secretly depart from a location or person

    • He ran away while his parents weren't paying attention.

    • The children decided to run away before the storm arrived, fearing they would get caught outside.

    • She ran away from the party abruptly, leaving everyone puzzled.