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clear the table

idiom
Meaning

To remove plates, etc. from a table after a meal.


Examples
SIMPLE

Please help me clear the table after dinner.

CONTEXTUAL

After we finished our meal, the waiter came over to clear the table.

COMPLEX

Once the guests had departed, the host began to clear the table, reflecting on the evening's lively conversation.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    bring to the table

    To contribute (something) to a joint effort or discussion.

  2. 02

    clear blue water

    An obvious, unambiguous divide between the policies of two parties.

  3. 03

    clear cut

    Straightforward, obvious, simple, or basic.

  4. 04

    clear off

    To pay off debts.

  5. 05

    clear one's lines

    To clear the ball away from a dangerous position.

  6. 06

    clear the air

    To assuage a hostile or uncomfortable situation.

  7. 07

    crystal clear

    Completely clear (in various senses).

  8. 08

    kiddie table

    The gathering place, forum, or venue assigned to less prominent or less capable participants in an event.

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