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Meaning 1 of 3
Definition

To reveal a secret

Example sentence
He gave away the ending of the movie.
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give away a secret

give away the ending

give away the surprise

give away your plans

give away confidential information

give away the answer

Separable usage
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She accidentally gave away the surprise. ✅ (Correct)

She accidentally gave the surprise away. ✅ (Correct)

Meaning 1 of 3
Definition

To give something for free

Example sentence
They gave away free samples.
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give away free samples

give away prizes

give away tickets

give away food

give away clothes

give away books

Separable usage
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She gave away the tickets. ✅

She gave the tickets away. ✅