make off

Related to word: make

Phrasal Verb

Definition

  1. to depart swiftly, typically with the intention of evading capture

    迅速离开;(通常指)逃脱

    • The thieves made off quickly when they saw the police.

      小偷看到警察时迅速逃走了。

    • She made off quietly after the party ended, without saying goodbye to anyone.

      她派对结束后悄悄离开了,没有向任何人道别。

    • The man snatched the wallet and made off swiftly.

      那男子抢了钱包后迅速逃走了。