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put away someone 1. to remove a criminal or mentally ill person from society. You have to put away the people who are so crazy that they are a danger to the rest of us. 2. to defeat someone. The Devils still have two more chances to put away the Flyers this season. See also: away put away something 1. to eat or drink a lot of something. He put away a whole apple pie in one sitting. I like to put away a few beers with my friends after work. 2. to save or store something for future use. I found the box where I had put away the children's toys. When you finish using the lawn mower, put it away in the garage. 3. to decide to forget or ignore something unpleasant. Nervous residents tried to put away their fears. 4. to win something. Ella watched in amazement as Melissa simply walked to the net to put away an easy volley. See also: away |
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"Then put away the game," he said in a shaking voice to Philip, trying not to look at Vassenka, "and cover them with some nettles. All the numerous implements which have been in use are likewise faithfully cleansed and put away. He called the Cossack with his horse, told him to put away the knapsack and flask, and swung his heavy person easily into the saddle. |
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