Meaning of the word "take away from" in English
What does "take away from" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
take away from
US /teɪk əˈweɪ frəm/
UK /teɪk əˈweɪ frəm/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to reduce the positive effect or value of something
Example:
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His rude comments really took away from the enjoyment of the evening.
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The poor lighting takes away from the beauty of the painting.
2.
to remove something from a place or person
Example:
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The police took away from him all his belongings.
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They took away from the children their toys as punishment.