1. people who are running away or escaping, especially from the law or danger
Usage: plural of fugitive

Examples

• The police are searching for three fugitives who escaped from prison.
• During the war, many fugitives crossed the border seeking safety.
• The fugitives hid in the mountains for weeks.
• Authorities offered a reward for information leading to the capture of the fugitives.
• The Underground Railroad helped fugitives reach freedom in the North.
• Two fugitives were spotted near the abandoned warehouse.
• The fugitives changed their appearance to avoid recognition.