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to drive away
[phrase form: drive]
01
to cause someone or something to leave or go away, often by force or persuasion
Example
The loud noise from the construction site began to drive away the wildlife in the area.
The unfriendly behavior of the group members threatened to drive away potential new members.
02
to leave a place by driving a vehicle
Example
As the sun set, they decided to drive away from the beach and head home.
After the event, the attendees slowly began to drive away from the venue.