To move into action in pursuit of something. / To move into action in attempt to catch or defeat another. / To attempt to convince another to move into action.

Alternative spelling of getaway

To move to the other side of (something, such as an obstruction) by deviating from a direct course or following a curved path. / (figuratively) To avoid or bypass an obstacle.

(idiomatic) To understand, at least on some basic or general level.

(intransitive) To leave, or depart. / (intransitive or transitive) To begin or commence. / (transitive) To excite intellectually. / (transitive) To arouse sexually.

(informal) To build or acquire a basic level of understanding or control.

(slang, vulgar) To have complete control over someone, especially of a woman abusing a man's infatuation with her.

(colloquial, intransitive) To get married, to wed.

(informal) Expresses disbelief, or urges someone to face reality.

(intransitive) to obstruct, hinder, or interfere