Fliehen
Example: Viele Menschen mussten während des Krieges fliehen.
Definition
"Fliehen" means to escape or run away quickly from danger or an unpleasant situation, especially to find safety. For example, many people had to fliehen during the war to avoid harm or persecution.
Etymology
The word "fliehen" comes from Old High German "fliohan," which is related to the English word "flee." It shares roots with other Germanic languages and originally meant to run away or escape swiftly. Did you know it reflects the urgency and instinctive reaction to danger?
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