How to Use getaway in a Sentence

getaway

noun
  • We're planning a weekend getaway to the mountains.
  • The resort advertises itself as the perfect island getaway.
  • Read on to learn more about the town and plan the perfect autumn getaway.
    Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 13 Sep. 2024
  • Throw in steep hills, open bowls and lake views, and I was sold — at least for a three-day getaway.
    Marlise Kast-Myers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Oct. 2023
  • Bryan Cranston wants to trade in the glitz and glam of the silver screen for an idyllic French getaway.
    USA TODAY, 9 June 2023
  • Mii amo appeared on the list of the top new wellness getaways for 2023.
    Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 7 Apr. 2023
  • Spring is the perfect time for a getaway to a small town in the American South.
    Sarah Zlotnick, Country Living, 2 Apr. 2023
  • Here’s how to use the site to plan your next getaway or level up your next road trip.
    Eve Chen, USA TODAY, 14 Apr. 2024
  • Below, find the very best hotels and unique stays to book for your fall getaway.
    Christine Chitnis, Vogue, 5 Oct. 2023
  • Here's how to plan the perfect getaway in Ouray, Colorado.
    Alex Schechter, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2023
  • Your next luxe getaway is about to come with an even heftier price tag.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2024
  • That getaway becomes all the better when you're headquartered in a stylish hotel in the heart of the city.
    Jennifer Nied, Women's Health, 25 Aug. 2023
  • With summer winding down, last minute getaways with the girls may still be in the pipeline.
    Rayna Reid Rayford, Essence, 30 Aug. 2023
  • To mark this feat, the Harveys honored their love with a getaway to Taormina, Italy.
    Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 1 July 2024
  • Sofia has been on a swimsuit slay streak during this getaway.
    Briannah Rivera, Seventeen, 11 July 2023
  • With these 14 routes through the most picturesque states around the country, you're bound to find a perfect autumn getaway.
    Claire Trageser, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2023
  • When the first shot was fired, the getaway vehicle reversed and crashed in an alley.
    Kerry Breen, CBS News, 31 Jan. 2023
  • This getaway, which comes with two bedrooms and six beds for up to eight guests, is less than one hour from Nashville.
    Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 7 Mar. 2023
  • In some cases, there may not be a POD camera able to capture images of a crime or the getaway.
    Joe Mahr, Chicago Tribune, 29 Sep. 2024
  • In a joint Instagram post on Aug. 3, Tarek and Heather gave fans a glimpse of their beach getaway with the family.
    Brenton Blanchet, Peoplemag, 18 Aug. 2024
  • Lori Harvey has been soaking up the sun on a dreamy island getaway.
    Kirsty Hatcher, Peoplemag, 11 Apr. 2023
  • Now, the hairdresser’s stunning Greek getaway on the island of Mykonos, called The Cape, can be yours for $53 million.
    Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2023
  • The thieves eventually made their way to a rented getaway van, which ran a red light.
    Justin Ray, Robb Report, 10 May 2023
  • Or bundle up in a parka, wooly socks, and a pair of snow boots for a wintry weekend getaway.
    Christina Holevas, Vogue, 17 Jan. 2024
  • The actress was on a Miami getaway and, of course, thought to get a picture of her sultry look.
    Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 19 Jan. 2024
  • At first glance, the Melt looks like a beefed up fountain pen that must join you in your carry on bag for that weekend getaway.
    Laura Delarato, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2023
  • Though guests may want to stay even longer, as the hotel offers all the right touches for an idyllic spring getaway in the Pine Tree State.
    Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 25 Feb. 2024
  • Grab a beach bag or tote, then find the vacation swimwear that will make the summer getaways ahead feel even better.
    Harper's BAZAAR, 14 June 2023
  • One video image of a highway at night was more eloquent than anything in the lead-up to Johnny’s Greyhound getaway.
    Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2024
  • Pricing and Details Read on for the full getaway itinerary.
    The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 7 Oct. 2024

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