took the easy way out

A form of take the easy way out — To cut corners; to follow the path of least resistance; to take shortcuts to avoid pain or having to struggle to achieve a desired result; to end or avoid a difficult situation in an easy or simple way that is not the best or most sensible or honorable solution.

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Meanings

verb
  1. pastsimple past of take the easy way out
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