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Professional Ways to Say "unfortunately he managed"

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Unfortunately, he managed to

This states how someone got away, using a vehicle connected with the crew or staff.

From Collateral Hearts, Episode 13

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone reports that a suspect escaped in a crew van.

Usage Scenario

Use it to report an escape or getaway in a crime or action context. It is too specific for a reusable learner phrase page.

Better ways to say it

1
He escaped in a crew van.
2
He got away in a van.
3
He managed to escape by van.

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