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Meaning of the word "come away" in English

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come away

US /kʌm əˈweɪ/
UK /kʌm əˈweɪ/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to become detached or separated from something

Example:
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The handle came away in my hand.
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The paint started to come away from the wall.
Synonym:
detach separate break off fall off peel off
2.

to leave a place with someone or something

Example:
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She came away with a new perspective after the trip.
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He came away from the negotiation feeling satisfied.
Synonym:
leave depart go away exit
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