Verbs of Movement - Verbs for Movement Away from Something

to travel or move from one location to another

to go away from somewhere

to leave a location, particularly to go on a trip or journey

to leave somewhere such as a room, building, etc.

to move from a person or place

to leave one's own country in order to live in a foreign country

to leave without taking someone or something with one

to leave somewhere with something that one does not own

to leave suddenly, especially to show discontent

to leave quickly, often in order to escape or avoid someone or something

to leave abruptly or hurriedly, especially to avoid a difficult or awkward situation

to move hurriedly, especially to escape or to leave a place abruptly

to come out of or leave a place

to depart or leave a specific location

to leave a place, vehicle, etc.

to leave a place, especially because it is difficult or dangerous to stay

leave behind

to leave a place to be safe from a dangerous situation

to move out of or exit a place that one previously occupied

to go to live in another area

to change the place we live or work

to escape danger or from a place

to get away from captivity

to escape from or suddenly leave a specific place, situation, or person, often in a hurried manner

to move away from something quickly, often with a sense of urgency or as a response to danger

to leave or run away hastily, often with the intention of avoiding trouble, responsibility, or capture

to depart quietly and without being noticed

to escape from a person who is holding one

to secretly flee from a place, typically to avoid arrest or prosecution

to move at a greater speed than someone or something

to run away secretly and marry one's partner

to move back or withdraw from a previous position or state

to reposition oneself to avoid facing a particular individual or object