Meaning of the word "move away" in English
What does "move away" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
move away
US /muːv əˈweɪ/
UK /muːv əˈweɪ/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to leave the place where you live and go to live in another place
Example:
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My family decided to move away to a different city for better opportunities.
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It's hard to move away from your hometown, but sometimes it's necessary.
2.
to move physically to a different position, often to create space or distance
Example:
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Please move away from the edge of the platform.
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The crowd began to move away as the police arrived.