cast away - Definition & Meaning | Lingo Dictionary

cast away

to throw an object out intentionallyto throw an object out intentionally

Examples

We need to cast away the old files to make space for new ones.
The company had to cast away the defective products.
They decided to cast away their outdated technology.

Synonyms

toss chuck out dispose cast out throw away toss away throw out put away discard cast aside toss out fling

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Past Tense

cast away

Past Participle

cast away

1

to throw an object out intentionally

We need to cast away the old files to make space for new ones.
The company had to cast away the defective products.
They decided to cast away their outdated technology.
It's time to cast away the broken toys in the attic.

Synonyms:

toss chuck out dispose cast out throw away toss away throw out put away discard cast aside toss out fling

2

to deliberately reject or remove someone from one's life and stop associating with them

After the argument, she cast away her long-time friend, deciding that their relationship was no longer beneficial.
The prince was cast away from the kingdom after being accused of treason, forced to live in exile.
Feeling unsupported, he cast away his team members, choosing to work on the project alone.
She felt cast away by her family after expressing her unconventional views.
The mentor cast away the student who consistently refused to follow advice or improve.

3

to deliberately let go of something

It's time to cast away the habits that are holding you back.
fter years of therapy, he was finally able to cast away his deep-seated fears and anxieties.
The community chose to cast away outdated practices in favor of more progressive ones.
She decided to cast away her doubts and take the plunge into her new career.
He cast away old habits that no longer served him and embraced a healthier lifestyle.