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Turn Tail (Verb)

Meaning

Flee; take to one's heels; cut and run; "If you see this man, run!"; "The burglars escaped before the police showed up".

Classification

Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.

Examples

  • The robbers would turn tail and flee at the first sign of police sirens.
  • She grabbed her purse and turned tail when she saw her ex-boyfriend walking towards her.
  • As soon as the wolves appeared, the sheep would turn tail and run for the safety of the nearby pen.
  • When the rival gang members approached, the group decided to turn tail and avoid a confrontation.
  • After stealing the wallet, the thief turned tail and disappeared into the crowded street.

Synonyms

  • Run Away
  • Take To The Woods
  • Lam
  • Bunk
  • Scat
  • Fly The Coop
  • Run
  • Hightail It
  • Escape
  • Head For The Hills
  • Scarper
  • Break Away

Hypernyms

  • Leave
  • Go Away
  • Go Forth

Hyponyms

  • Flee
  • Take Flight
  • Skedaddle
  • Fly
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