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Stay away

Pronunciation

🇬🇧 UK //steɪ əˈweɪ// 🇺🇸 US //steɪ əˈweɪ//

Meaning of Stay away

To not approach or be near someone or something.

In simple words: Do not go near someone or something.

Stay away in a sentence

• You should stay away from that area at night.
• He decided to stay away from drama and focus on his studies.
• The doctor told her to stay away from junk food.

How to use Stay away

Use 'stay away' when advising caution. It's informal and might not be suited for formal writing.

Grammar pattern

stay away + from + object

Memory hint

Think of a friend warning you to stay away from a bee!

Better Call Saul › S1 E1

I was a fool to stay away from you

Frequently asked questions about "Stay away"

What does "Stay away" mean?

Do not go near someone or something.

How do you use "Stay away" in a sentence?

You should stay away from that area at night.

Can you give another example of "Stay away"?

He decided to stay away from drama and focus on his studies.

What are synonyms for "Stay away"?

Common alternatives include avoid, keep distance, shun, eschew, and steer clear.

What is the opposite of "Stay away"?

Opposite meanings include approach and come near.

What words go with "Stay away"?

It commonly pairs with stay away from trouble, stay away from dangerous places, and stay away from negative people.

What are common mistakes when using "Stay away"?

Confused with 'stay out' which has a different meaning. Incorrectly using 'stay away' without 'from'. Using it in a formal context.

How do you pronounce "Stay away"?

US: //steɪ əˈweɪ//, UK: //steɪ əˈweɪ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use "Stay away"?

Use 'stay away' when advising caution. It's informal and might not be suited for formal writing.