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evasion

[ɪˈveɪʒən]
nounfemininepl: evasions
evasão
1. The act of escaping or avoiding something, typically by cunning or deceit
The suspect's evasion of police led to a nationwide manhunt.
A evasão do suspeito da polícia levou a uma busca nacional.
2. An indirect or evasive answer; avoidance of a direct reply
His evasion of the question was obvious to everyone in the room.
Sua evasão da pergunta foi óbvia para todos na sala.
3. The illegal avoidance of taxes or duties
Tax evasion is a serious crime that can result in imprisonment.
A evasão fiscal é um crime grave que pode resultar em prisão.
NYC Slang
dodging; skipping (informal usage)
Synonyms
avoidanceescapedodgingeludingcircumvention
Antonyms
confrontationengagementadmissioncompliance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
evasão
Standard usage for all contexts
São Paulo
evasão
Commonly used in business and legal contexts
Portugal
evasão
Standard usage; also 'fuga' in some contexts meaning escape

Related Idioms & Phrases

tax evasion - evasão fiscal
evasion of responsibility - esquiva de responsabilidade
evasion tactics - táticas de fuga
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