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Physical Elimination

Used when something physical is destroyed by burning, often leaving little to nothing behind.

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The laser equipment burned away the skin growth safely.
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Gradual Process

This phrase suggests a gradual, rather than immediate, elimination when burning something.

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You'll see the woodpile slowly burn away over the hours.
Visual representation of the word "Burn away"

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