How many syllables in fleeing?

There are 3 syllables in the word fleeing.

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How to pronounce fleeing:

Definition of fleeing:

fleeing (verb):: to run away often from danger or evil fly

Synonyms for fleeing:

dematerializing

disappearing

dissipating

dissolving

evaporating

fading

flying

melting

sinking

vanishing

Antonyms for fleeing:

aid

allowance

approval

arrival

assistance

coming

help

meeting

ratification

reclamation

standing

stay

staying

waiting

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