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Do, perform, stage a disappearing/vanishing act

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Unexpected Exit

Used when someone leaves suddenly and it's surprising or inconvenient.

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Mike did a disappearing act from the party before cleaning up.
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No Forwarding Info

Implies leaving without giving information on how to be reached or found.

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After winning the lottery, she staged a vanishing act and moved overseas.
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Avoiding Responsibility

Often suggests avoiding a task or duty on purpose, sneakily.

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He performed a disappearing act when it was time to sign the documents.
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