Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
flee-the-scene
Phrase
/flee ðə siːn/
Definition
To quickly leave a place where an event has occurred, especially to escape responsibility or to avoid detection, typically in reference to a crime or accident.
Examples
- After the accident, the driver decided to flee the scene instead of helping the injured.
- The suspect fled the scene as soon as he realized the police were on their way.
Meaning
Fleeing the scene usually refers to the act of departing from a location, especially after committing a wrongful act or when involved in an incident.
Synonyms
- evade
- escape
- run away
