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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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Example Sentences
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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