come away

The phrase "come away" is versatile, often describing leaving with a particular outcome or becoming detached.

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Definition

B2General

(common)To leave a place or situation with a particular feeling or result.

Example

She came away from the conference with new ideas.
They came away from the match feeling disappointed.

B2Physical

(common)To become detached or separated from an object or surface.

Example

The handle came away from the door.
The paint is starting to come away from the wall.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "come away":

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