peel away
The phrase "peel away" is versatile, commonly used to describe removal, separation, or departure in various contexts.
Definition
B1General
(physical)To remove the outer layer or covering of something.
Example
- She carefully peeled away the skin of the apple.
B2Movement
(military, processions)To separate from the main body and move off to one side.
Example
- The soldiers peeled away from the main formation.
B2Automotive
(informal)To accelerate rapidly and depart, often with tire screeching.
Example
- The car peeled away from the curb with a loud screech.
B2General
(figurative)To reveal or expose something by removing a layer.
Example
- Years of neglect caused the paint to peel away, revealing the original wood.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "peel away":
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