Meaning of the word "step away" in English

What does "step away" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

step away

US /stɛp əˈweɪ/
UK /stɛp əˈweɪ/

Phrasal Verb

1.

to move a short distance from a place or person

Example:
Please step away from the vehicle.
He asked her to step away from the edge of the cliff.
2.

to temporarily stop doing something or dealing with a situation

Example:
I need to step away from my computer for a while.
Sometimes you just need to step away from a problem to see it clearly.