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file away

1. To remove something with the use of a file. A noun or pronoun can be used between "file" and "away." Is it safe to file away these calluses on my feet? I need to file away the ragged edge of this nail before it catches on my pantyhose. How do I file away the rough edge here? I don't want the kids getting splinters.
2. To put paperwork into a designated file and location. A noun or pronoun can be used between "file" and "away." My assistant must have already filed away the paperwork from that meeting—I don't see it here on my desk. Hey, did you file away that new hire paperwork? Because I forgot to give you her offer letter. Have one of the interns file all these old documents away.
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file something (away)

to put something away, usually in a file folder or file cabinet. She filed the letter away for future reference. Please file away this report. You will need it some day.
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. © 2002 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.

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