clear away

1 of 1verb

/klɪr əˈweɪ/

Forms:clears away,clearing away,cleared away,cleared away

to remove items or obstacles, often to create a clear or open space

The workers were instructed to clear away the construction debris from the site.
After the storm, the city mobilized crews to clear away fallen trees and branches from the streets.
The magician cleared away the props to reveal a surprise at the end of the performance.
It's essential to clear away obstacles to ensure a smooth workflow in the office.

Synonyms:

to remove objects, items, or clutter from a space in order to make it tidy and organized

After the party, we cleared away the empty cups and plates to make the dining area neat again.
The janitor cleared away the fallen leaves from the walkway to ensure a clean and safe path.
Before starting a new project, it's necessary to clear away the old documents and files from the workspace.
The students cleared away their textbooks and notebooks at the end of the class to prepare for the next session.
The cleaning crew arrived to clear away the debris and remnants left behind after the construction work.

to disappear from sight or existence

As the storm clouds cleared away, the sun emerged and brightened the sky.
The fog slowly cleared away, revealing the stunning view of the mountains in the distance.
The magician performed a trick where the objects on the table appeared to clear away and vanish into thin air.

to force or cause someone or a group to move away from a particular place

The security personnel cleared away the protesters from the entrance of the building.
The police arrived to clear away the crowd that had gathered in front of the stadium.
The teacher asked the students to clear away from the hallway and return to their classrooms.
The lifeguard blew the whistle to clear away the swimmers from the dangerous area of the beach.
The organizers used loudspeakers to clear away the spectators from the restricted zone during the event.