A1adverb high_frequency_chunk

Away

UK /["/əˈweɪ/"]/ US /["/əˈweɪ/"]/ Pronunciation

Definition

to or at a distance from somebody/something in space or time

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In simple words: Not here; at a distance.

Examples

• She waved goodbye and walked away.
• The cat ran away from the dog.
• He puts his worries away when he listens to music.
• The children played away from the street.
• Please put your toys away after playing.

Usage notes

Used to describe distance or absence. Can indicate physical space or emotional separation. It's appropriate in both spoken and written English.

Grammar pattern

standalone adverb

Memory hint

Think of 'away' as 'a way' to leave or be distant.

Collocations

• go away
• far away
• take away
• give away

Synonyms

• absent
• at once

Antonyms

• here
• close

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'a way' — remember they're different.
• Used in wrong contexts, like inappropriate phrases or idioms.