Lingo

Separating or Removing (Away)

11 Words

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blow away
1.
blow away
Verb

to remove or clear something by using a strong burst of air or wind

He used a leaf blower to blow the fallen leaves away from the driveway.

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cast away
Verb

to throw an object out intentionally

We need to cast away the old files to make space for new ones.

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chuck away
Verb

to discard things that are no longer useful

He chucked the old magazines away to make space.

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clear away
Verb

to remove items or obstacles, often to create a clear or open space

The workers were instructed to clear away the construction debris from the site.

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5.
magic away
Verb

to make something disappear instantly as if by magic

He took out his imaginary wand and pretended to magic the worries away.

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pack away
Verb

to put something in a container or storage after using it, especially to keep it safe or for future use

After a week in the woods, we began to pack away our tents and camping equipment.

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put away
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put away
Verb

to place something where it should be after using it

The decorations were boxed up and put away for next year.

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tear away
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tear away
Verb

to forcefully rip something or remove it from its place

The child tore away the wrapping paper to reveal the gift.

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throw away
9.
throw away
Verb

to get rid of what is not needed or wanted anymore

I will throw away the old magazines cluttering the living room.

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wipe away
10.
wipe away
Verb

to get rid of a mark or substance by using a cloth or hand

The tissue wiped away the makeup effortlessly, leaving a clean face.

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strip away
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strip away
Verb

to remove something completely

When we stripped away the old wallpaper, we discovered an interesting mural painted on the wall.

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