clear away

verb

cleared away; clearing away; clears away

: to remove (something) from an area or surface

Just give me a moment to clear all these papers away, then we can sit down at the table.

—sometimes used figuratively

They had a long talk and were able to clear away all their misunderstandings.

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Researchers are studying whether blocking it can clear away damaged, aging cells while helping healthier cells survive. — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2026 Earlier this year, residents filed a lawsuit against San Isabel Electric, alleging the utility failed to properly maintain its lines by clearing away nearby trees. — Christa Swanson, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026 Eggers Grove volunteer site steward Marianne Kozłowski regularly leads teams of volunteers clearing away invasive plants and gathering seeds for replanting throughout the Forest Preserve. — Susan Degrane, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026 Prequel’s Gleanser is up for the challenge with a meticulous blend of one percent salicylic acid to clear away surface oils and dead skin, along with zinc PCA to keep sebum in check. — Jenny Jin, Glamour, 29 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for clear away

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