a valve in a container in which pressure can build up (as a steam boiler); it opens automatically when the pressure reaches a dangerous level
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escape valve::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | escape, escape cock, relief valve, safety valve |
| Type of | regulator, valve |
Examples of escape valve
escape valve
A muscular pose in foreign affairs can be an escape valve for tensions at home.
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That type of an escape valve, however, would require action from Congress.
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The Senate bill has no such escape valve and covers emissions almost across the economy.
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Finally, there is an escape valve for those who cannot get everything done by midnight.
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The house used to be the replacement for a savings account, but that escape valve is gone for now.
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Paso's charms provide an escape valve for industryites seeking a more rural, less populated area.
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He had 10 rebounds and three blocks to go with 13 points and was a constant escape valve on offense.
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Whenever things look bleak, Martin's escape valve is to air his thoughts through other people's voices.
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The crown cover is found, as usual, on the left of the watch case and is neighboured by the helium escape valve.
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