walkaway

[ wawk-uh-wey ]

noun

1. an easy victory or conquest.
2. a patient or inmate who escapes from an institution by walking away when not being supervised or guarded.

Word History and Origins

Origin of walkaway¹

First recorded in 1885–90; noun use of verb phrase walk away

Example Sentences

Because walkaways would have created a political backlash, Merck says, the government chose a different route.

From Los Angeles Times

Advanced nuclear energy technology is “walkaway safe,” with zero possibility of a meltdown, she said.

From Seattle Times

The object hit with a loud bang on a slab of granite lining a cobblestone walkaway about 6 to 8 feet from a security screener - and came close to hitting the building itself, he said.

From Washington Times

Customers who have grown accustomed to the convenience of takeout tequila, delivery daiquiris and walkaway wine could also be taken aback, Mr. Rigie said in an interview.

From New York Times

The general line seems that despite the U.S. walkaway from its own 2015 agreements, Iran has increased its nuclear work, but kept its reported total output under negotiated totals.

From Salon