drive away
Definitions
To force someone or something to leave a place.
To depart from a location in a motor vehicle.
To cause someone to lose interest or become discouraged.
Examples
The loud noise from the construction site helped to drive away the birds that were nesting in the trees.
He watched his daughter drive away in her new car, feeling a mix of pride and sadness.
The constant criticism from his boss eventually served to drive away his motivation to work hard.