clean getaway
🏃 clean getaway
Concrete Meaning
A successful escape from a crime, dangerous situation, or awkward event without leaving any evidence or being caught.
💬 Context & Examples
Used to describe robberies, but also metaphorically used for sneaking out of bad dates, boring meetings, or unpleasant obligations.
- "The bank robbers made a clean getaway before the police even arrived."
- "I managed to make a clean getaway from the boring office party before the boss saw me leave."
🧠 Pattern Challenge
Test Yourself
If muddy boots make a "dirty" getaway, leaving tracks on the floor, what kind of tracks does a "clean getaway" leave?
Show Answer
Zero tracks. There is no trace or footprint left behind for anyone to follow.