Away

usgb/əˈweɪ/
adverb

To or at a distance from a particular place, person, or thing.

She ran away from the scary dog.
Visual representation of "away" - To or at a distance from a particular place, person, or thing

Often appears as...

  • go away
  • far away
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Physical Distance

Use 'away' to emphasize the gap or separation between two points or people.

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His home is miles away from the city center.
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Not Within Reach

'Away' can imply that something is out of reach or not readily accessible.

Illustration for Not Within Reach
Keep the medicine away from children.
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