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Emotional OutcomePlay
Use when a meeting or conversation results in strong feelings of hope, relief, disappointment, etc. SlideWe came away relieved that the issue was finally resolved.
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Physical DeparturePlay
Use 'come away' to emphasize the action of leaving a place, especially after an event. SlideGuests began to come away after the celebration ended.
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Mutual SeparationPlay
Implies leaving together with someone else, not alone. SlideMy friend and I came away from the party early.