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give away — 2 meanings

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phrasal verb2 meanings
give awaysame phrase

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give something for free

I'm going to give away my old bike to my cousin because I don't use it anymore.

reveal a secret

He accidentally gave away the surprise party by mentioning it in front of Sarah.

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1. give something for free

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To give something to someone without asking for money or anything in return.

I'm going to give away my old bike to my cousin because I don't use it anymore.

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2. reveal a secret

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To accidentally or intentionally let someone know something that was meant to be kept secret.

He accidentally gave away the surprise party by mentioning it in front of Sarah.

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