escapes

verb
UK /ɪˈskeɪps/
US /ɪˈskeɪps/

Gets away from a place where you are trapped.

The little bird escapes from its cage.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Leaks out slowly, like air or water.

Gas escapes from the old pipe.

3. Is not noticed or remembered by someone.

Her name escapes me right now.

4. Avoids something bad or unpleasant.

He escapes danger by hiding.