clear away
Britishverb
Example Sentences
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Thursday will start off with some rain across south-eastern areas of England, taking some time to clear away from the Kent coast.
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026
The army has been working for days at other locations to clear away silt and debris to gain access to the tunnels.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026
Outside, clear away debris from the condenser unit so it can breathe.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 29, 2026
This gene helps immune cells clear away damaged DNA, and by supporting this process, TY1 helps injured tissues recover.
From Science Daily ● Dec. 5, 2025
She simply asked the house help, Agnes, to leave some food in the pot for him and to clear away dirty plates from his room.
From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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