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Term: Keep Away

Description:

"Keep away" is a phrasal verb commonly used to indicate a prohibition or attempt to prevent someone or something from approaching or reaching a specific location, person, or object. It can also signify a form of physical or mental distancing.

Possible Related Products:

• Keep Away Signs
• Keep Away Sprays
• Keep Away Dog Repellents

Examples:

As a Verb:

1. Please keep away from the electrical panel to avoid any accidents.

2. The guard dog kept everyone away from the restricted area.

3. She kept her emotions away from the public eye.

As a Noun:

1. The sign on the gate says "Keep Away" to warn people of the danger inside.

2. The keep-away strategy of the team kept their opponent from scoring.

3. His keep-away of personal information made it difficult for others to get to know him.

As an Adjective:

1. The keep-away game was a popular choice among the children.

2. The keep-away tactics used during the game led to a heated rivalry.

3. She adopted a keep-away approach in managing her time.