Synonyms for

Evacuating

Verb / ɪˈvækjʌˌweɪtɪŋ / / i:ˈvækjʌˌweɪtɪŋ / Another word for evacuating — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of leaving or escaping from a dangerous or harmful place.

Synonyms & similar words

evacuate void empty abandoning clearing departing emptying exiting fleeing leaving quitting relocating removing retreating withdrawing discharging draining ejecting expelling ousting purging

Example sentences

  1. The city was evacuating all residents due to the hurricane.
  2. During the fire alarm, the school was evacuating the students.
  3. The zoo was evacuating all animals because of the approaching tornado.
  4. The military was evacuating citizens from the war-torn country.
  5. The police were evacuating people from the area because of the gas leak.

Quotes

  • The only thing that saves us from the bureaucracy is its inefficiency. -Eugene McCarthy
  • We have to learn to be our own best friends because we fall too easily into the trap of being our own worst enemies. -Roderick Thorp
  • The first rule of hurricane coverage is that every broadcast must begin with palm trees bending in the wind. -Carl Hiaasen

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