clear away

phrasal verb

cleared away; clearing away; clears away
: to remove (something) from an area or surface
Just give me a moment to clear all these papers away, then we can sit down at the table.
sometimes used figuratively
They had a long talk and were able to clear away all their misunderstandings.

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Designed with type 3 and 4 curls in mind, the formula not only clears away residue but also nourishes, thanks to moisture-rich ingredients like shea butter and coconut oil. Jenny Berg, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025 This order cleared away any other test missions. Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2025 And still… All of these elements are set up, only to be cleared away again as the film returns to its center of gravity. Sophie Monks Kaufman, IndieWire, 3 Sep. 2025 This CeraVe acne cleanser is best for acne-prone skin—a major concern for teens—and helps clear away pimples and blackheads. Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 29 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for clear away

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“Clear away.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clear%20away. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.

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