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sheng [verb]

Epuka shaba

Maana (Definition)

To narrowly escape violent confrontations or dangerous police sweeps.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

dodge police fire / steer clear of fatal danger

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

epuka shaba

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Nairobi Street Slang
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Kijana alikimbia mbio kuepuka shaba baada ya fujo."

Translation: The youth ran fast to dodge police fire after the commotion.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
kimbiaponoka
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