SENDING (AWAY) Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

sending (away)

verb

present participle of send (away)

as in turning away

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turning away

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Many political scientists attribute the narrowing of the gender gap in religiosity to more young women turning away from religion rather than more young men turning toward it.

— Chantelle Lee, Time, 9 July 2026
The ball in the net, the goalkeeper reacting, fans erupting in the background, and Messi already turning away with his arms raised.

— Dominick Williams, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2026

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