What is another word for beating a hasty retreat?
Pronunciation: [biːˈe͡ɪtɪŋ ɐ hˈe͡ɪstɪ ɹɪtɹˈiːt] (IPA) 
There are several synonyms for "beating a hasty retreat," which means to leave a place quickly and hurriedly. One such synonym is "fleeing," which implies running away from something or someone in fear. Another option is "departing swiftly," indicating a quick and sudden exit. A more poetic synonym is "retreating in haste," which adds a sense of urgency to the departure. "Making a quick getaway" is a phrase commonly used to describe leaving quickly to avoid a potentially dangerous or unpleasant situation. Lastly, "skedaddling" is a playful term that can be used to describe a frantic or comical exit. Each of these synonyms conveys a sense of urgency and speed in leaving a place.
