clear (something) from (something)

clear (something) from (something)

To remove something, often multiple objects, from a particular place or surface. A noun or pronoun can be used between "clear" and "from." Just clear those books from the desk and stack them over here. I want you to clear all your toys from the table so we can get ready for dinner. Hey, these are confidential files, so clear them from the reception desk before the boss sees.

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clear something from some place

to take something away from a place. Please clear all these papers from the desk. Would you clear the dishes from the table?

See also: clear, place

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