Moving, Leaving, or Escaping (Away)

to escape from a person who is holding one

She managed to break away from her captor and run to safety.

to make someone leave

A family emergency called him away from the party.

to leave somewhere having a certain impression or feeling

She came away feeling upset.

to forcefully remove someone or something from a particular place or activity

The security personnel had to drag the unruly spectator away from the concert venue.

to cause someone or something to leave or go away, often by force or persuasion

The loud noise from the construction site began to drive away the wildlife in the area.

to escape from someone or somewhere

The thief tried to get away, but the police quickly caught him.

to escape punishment for one's wrong actions

Some white-collar criminals try to get away with embezzling money from their companies.

to move from a person or place

Children often cry when their parents have to go away for work.

to go to live in another area

Last summer, they made the decision to move away, seeking a more serene environment.

to escape from or suddenly leave a specific place, situation, or person, often in a hurried manner

When the alarm sounded, the prisoners tried to run away from the jail.

to ask or cause someone to leave a place or situation, usually as a punishment or because of unwanted behavior

She decided to send her toxic friend away after years of unhealthy friendship.

to depart quietly and without being noticed

They managed to slip away from the crowded event without saying their goodbyes.

to avoid someone or something that might have a negative impact on one

After the breakup, Sarah decided to stay away from her ex-boyfriend to give herself space and time to heal.

to leave a place quietly, typically to avoid being noticed

The actress managed to steal away from the film set without the paparazzi spotting her.