DROVE (AWAY OR OFF) Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

drove (away or off)

verb

Definition of drove (away or off)

past tense of drive (away or off)

as in turned away

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Egypt had one more chance before the end of regulation, but Haissem Hassan was turned away by Souttar, who deflected the shot with his knee.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 July 2026
Several American applicants were allegedly turned away even when the companies were actively hiring.

— Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 2 July 2026

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