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 figurativelyThey had a long talk and were able to clear away all their misunderstandings.
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Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
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Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
Its two pressure settings are powerful enough to clear away plaque without overdoing it, all in a compact design that tucks neatly under the sink or into your carry-on.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 2 Oct. 2025
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
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“Clear away.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clear%20away. Accessed 27 Oct. 2025.
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