外逃 (wài táo) — to flee to another place; to flee abroad
Definition
A formal verb meaning 'to flee' — escape by leaving one's place, often to another country. Used in news and official contexts for suspects, officials, or capital; more formal and directional than 逃跑.
verb
to flee to another placeto flee abroad
Examples
- 外逃。Hěn duō tān wū fàn wài táo dào guó wài.Many corrupt officials have fled abroad.
- 外逃，。Dà liàng zī jīn wài táo hǎi wài, zào chéng jīng jì wèn tí.A large amount of capital has fled overseas, causing economic problems.
- 外逃。Tā yīn fàn zuì wài táo dào le wài dì.He committed a crime and fled to another place.
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