get away from

idiom

: to go away from (a place)

I can't get away from the office till after five.

—often used figuratively

The company is having problems because they've gotten away from the things they do best.

: to avoid being caught by (someone)

The robbers got away from the police in a fast car.

—sometimes used figuratively

You can't get away from the facts.

There's no getting away from the facts.

Examples of get away from in a Sentence

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Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 20 June 2024 Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport lounges offer a place where people can get away from the crowds, enjoy some food, and drink and charge their laptops or phones. —

Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 3 June 2024 If possible, get away from city light pollution and buildings that block your view of the horizon. —

Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 31 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for get away from

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