Phrasal Verb - Hiding Away
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.Definition
To put or keep something out of sight, often because one is ashamed, afraid, or trying to conceal it. This phrasal verb can also mean to go or stay somewhere out of the way, usually to avoid people or problems.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | I always hide away my old clothes in the attic instead of throwing them out. |
| 2 | When I was a child, I used to hide away under my bed during thunderstorms. |
| 3 | John decided to hide away in the library to study for his exams. |
| 4 | The company tried to hide away the financial losses from the investors. |
| 5 | After the argument, she hid away in her room for hours. |
| 6 | The thief hid away the stolen jewels in a secret compartment. |
| 7 | The injured animal hid away in a cave to recover. |
| 8 | Many people hide away their emotions and don't express them openly. |
| 9 | The family decided to hide away from the outside world for a while. |
| 10 | The CEO hid away in his office, refusing to speak to anyone about the crisis. |