hide away
The phrase "hide away" can describe both the act of concealing something or oneself and the place where this occurs.
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Definition
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(transitive)To place something in a secret location.
Example
- She hid away the valuable jewelry in a safe place.
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(intransitive)To go to a place where one cannot be found.
Example
- He hid away in the attic to avoid the authorities.
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(noun)A place where someone or something can stay out of sight.
Example
- The cabin in the woods was a hideaway for the fugitive.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "hide away":
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