away

Definitions

1. adverb

   To another place, not here.

   Examples

   • He went away on vacation.
   • The wagon rolled away into the dark.
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2. adverb

   In another direction.

   Examples

   • I tried to talk to him, but he turned away.
   • She looked away, embarrassed by the question.
3. adverb

   Used with throw, to get rid of something.

   Examples

   • Please throw away that old newspaper.
   • He threw the papers away without a second thought.
4. adverb

   At a stated distance in time or space.

   Examples

   • Christmas is only two weeks away.
   • The station is five miles away.
5. adverb

   Into its usual place for storage.

   Examples

   • I will dry the dishes and you put them away.
   • Please file away these papers.
6. adverb

   Into a safe or hidden place.

   Examples

   • The jewels were locked away in the safe.
   • He was shut away in the tower for six months.
7. adverb

   Until it is gone or no longer exists.

   Examples

   • The sound slowly faded away.
   • The snow melted away in the sun.
8. adverb

   So as to remove something or use it up.

   Examples

   • The weather has worn away the writing.
   • Please wipe away this spilled drink.
9. adverb

   Used to tell someone to go.

   Examples

   • Away with you! Do not come back here.
   • Hi-yo Silver, away!
10. adverb

    Without stopping.

    Examples

    • She has been in her room all day, working away at her computer.
    • He hammered away at the project until it was done.