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fugitive
adjective
noun
Lasting for a markedly brief time
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ˈfjuːd͡ʒɪtɪv
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adjective
Lasting for a markedly brief time
“A fleeting glance”
noun
Someone who is sought by law officers; someone trying to elude justice
noun
Someone who flees from an uncongenial situation
“Fugitives from the sweatshops”
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A fleeting glance
Fugitive hours
Rapid momentaneous association of things that meet and pass
A momentary glimpse
Fugitives from the sweatshops
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