skedaddle

[skɪˈdadl]

skedaddle Definition

• 1. to run away quickly or hurriedly; flee
• 2. to leave a place in a hurry

Using skedaddle: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "skedaddle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The kids skedaddled when they saw the teacher coming.

• Example

  We need to skedaddle before the storm hits.

• Example

  The burglars skedaddled when they heard the police sirens.

• Example

  I'm going to skedaddle out of here before anyone notices.

skedaddle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for skedaddle

• flee
• bolt
• escape
• abscond
• run away

Phrases with skedaddle

• skedaddle off

  to leave a place quickly or abruptly

  Example

  I have to skedaddle off to my next appointment.

• skedaddle away

  to run away from a place or situation

  Example

  The thief skedaddled away with the stolen goods.

• skedaddle for cover

  to run away or hide from danger or trouble

  Example

  When the shooting started, everyone skedaddled for cover.

Origins of skedaddle

originated in the US in the mid-19th century, possibly from 'scuttle' or 'skedaddle' meaning 'to run off'

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Summary: skedaddle in Brief

'Skedaddle' [skɪˈdadl] is a verb that means to run away quickly or leave a place in a hurry. It is often used informally and can be replaced by synonyms like 'flee' or 'bolt.' The phrase 'skedaddle off' means to leave a place quickly, while 'skedaddle away' means to run away from a situation. 'Skedaddle for cover' means to run away or hide from danger.