Can you say: It's not too far away from my place. VS It's not too far from my place. Are both ok?
B B45 Guest Apr 8, 2014 #1 Can you say: It's not too far away from my place. VS It's not too far from my place. Are both ok?
probus Moderator Staff member Joined Jan 7, 2011 Member Type Retired English Teacher Native Language English Home Country Canada Current Location Canada Apr 8, 2014 #2 Both are ok in AmE.
MikeNewYork VIP Member Joined Nov 13, 2002 Member Type Academic Native Language American English Home Country United States Current Location United States Apr 8, 2014 #3 I prefer it without "away".