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to abscond
01
to secretly flee from a place, typically to avoid arrest or prosecution
Intransitive: to abscond | to abscond from a place
Example
The prisoner managed to abscond from the maximum-security prison.
She feared the strict boarding school rules and decided to abscond.
02
to secretly depart, typically with something, like money, that does not rightfully belong to one
Intransitive: to abscond with sth
Example
The employee absconded with confidential company documents and disappeared without a trace.
With a swift movement, the pickpocket absconded with the tourist's wallet, blending seamlessly into the crowded city streets.
03
to intentionally avoid returning to custody at the specified time, typically when one is on bail or facing arrest
Intransitive
Example
He absconded from the authorities after being released on bail.
The suspect absconded while awaiting trial.
04
(of a colony of honeybees) to suddenly depart or desert one's hive or nest entirely
Intransitive
Example
The beekeeper was shocked to find that the entire colony had absconded from their hive overnight.
The Africanized honeybees absconded from their nest, leaving behind only empty comb.
