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absconding

Prononciation : [æbˈskɒndɪŋ]

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Contexte : « escaping »

(verb) to run away secretly to avoid being caught. When someone doesn't want to be found, they might abscond.

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The thief absconded with the stolen jewels and has not been seen since.

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The burglar didn't abscond this time; he was caught right away.

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Did the suspect abscond before the police could arrive?

Contexte : « avoiding responsibility »

(verb) to leave or hide away to avoid taking responsibility or facing consequences. This often happens when someone owes money or needs to answer for their actions.

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After realizing the debt was too much, he decided to abscond to a different country.

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She faced her responsibilities and did not abscond from her duties.

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Why did he choose to abscond instead of dealing with the situation?

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