stay away from
phraseUK /steɪ əˈweɪ frɒm/
US /steɪ əˈweɪ frʌm/
To not go near someone or something.
Please stay away from the hot stove.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. To not become involved with someone or something.
He decided to stay away from gambling.
3. To not eat or use something.
The doctor told her to stay away from sugar.
4. To keep a safe distance from a place.
Stay away from the edge of the cliff.