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scarper

/skɑːrpər/ verb · British & US
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What does scarper mean?

verb

To run away quickly, especially to avoid trouble or danger. To leave a place quickly, often in a hurry.

Example

"The children scarpered out of the classroom when they heard the fire alarm."

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