The scarecrow kept the birds away from the field.

Meaning: The fake figure in the field prevented the birds from entering the area.

Choice of Words: Scarecrow is a fake figure placed in a field to scare away birds and other pests. Kept means to hold or maintain something in a particular state or condition. Away means to create distance from the current location or to move from the speaker.

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Related Expressions

• Scarecrow kept watch.
• The scarecrow stood guard in the middle of the field.
• Through fields, a scarecrow waved at chirping birds.
• He cleverly disguised himself as a scarecrow.
• The scarecrow stands guard in the golden fields.
• The scarecrow stood tall and proud, guarding the fields with vigilance.
• The scarecrow stood guard, protecting the crops from harm.
• A scarecrow stood tall.
• The wool kept the cold wind away.
• The warm coat kept me cozy.