up and away

American  

[uhp-and-uh-way] / ˈʌp ænd əˈweɪ /

adverb

1. upwards and into the distance, as if floating out of sight.

2. off to a good start.

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verb (used without object)

1. to move away or leave quickly, especially to escape or avoid something.

interjection

1. (used to encourage or demand that someone leave).

Example Sentences

“One! Two! Three!” the children yelled, and lifted the crumpled balloon up, up, and away.

From Literature

Roz struggled to her feet and then leaped up and away to safety.

From Literature

With all the strength in her legs, the robot launched herself up and away, and now she was soaring through the air in a long, graceful arc.

From Literature

Once her feet stomped back to the ground, she launched herself up and away again.

From Literature

Owners would have to prune trees up and away from their houses; they would need to keep their roofs clear of leaves, needles and other dead vegetation.

From Salon