# away from sb/sth

idiom · CEFR A1

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/away-from-sb-sth
Updated: 2026-04-22

## Meaning

Means not near a person or thing, or shows movement to a place that is not close.

## Examples

- Please keep your dog away from the flowers.
- She moved her chair away from the window because the sun was too bright.
- The guide instructed the group to stay away from the edge of the cliff to ensure their safety during the hike.

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