noun
A hatch or door in a ship, aircraft, or other enclosed space that can be used as an emergency exit
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The emergency exit on the airplane served as the escape hatch for the passengers during the crash landing.
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We found a hidden escape hatch in the basement that led us out of the building.
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When things get tough, I always look for an escape hatch to avoid the drama.
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Reading has always been my escape hatch from reality, allowing me to immerse myself in different worlds.