Meaning of the word "walk away from" in English
What does "walk away from" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
walk away from
US /wɔk əˈweɪ frʌm/
UK /wɔːk əˈweɪ frɒm/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to leave a difficult or unpleasant situation, often without trying to resolve it
Example:
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He decided to walk away from the argument before it got worse.
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It's sometimes better to walk away from a bad deal.
2.
to escape from a dangerous situation without serious injury
Example:
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Despite the car crash, he was able to walk away from it with only minor scratches.
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She was lucky to walk away from such a dangerous situation unharmed.