Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
duck-out
phrasal verb
/dʌk aʊt/
Definition
To escape or avoid a situation or responsibility.
Examples
- She decided to duck out of the meeting to take a phone call.
- He ducked out of the party early to finish his work.
- When the conversation got uncomfortable, he managed to duck out.
Meaning
The term ‘duck-out’ refers to the act of leaving or avoiding something, often unexpectedly or without informing others.
Synonyms
- escape
- withdraw
- exit
- skedaddle
