out of the way

• Expression indiquant que quelque chose n'est plus un obstacle, une gêne ou un problème ; souvent utilisée pour signifier qu'une chose a été réglée, écartée ou terminée, permettant de passer à autre chose.

An expression meaning no longer an obstacle, hindrance, or problem; often used to indicate that something has been dealt with, removed, or completed so that other matters can proceed.

1. Removed or resolvedB2informal

   Dealt with, removed, or no longer an obstacle or problem.

   Réglé, écarté

   • Let's get this paperwork out of the way first.
   • Once the formalities are out of the way, we can start the project.
   • He wanted to get the difficult conversation out of the way.

2. Remote or isolatedB2formal

   Located in a place that is far from towns or cities; not easily accessible.

   isolé, à l'écart

   • They live in a small, out-of-the-way village in the mountains.
   • We found a lovely out-of-the-way restaurant for dinner.
   • The cabin is very out of the way, but it's peaceful.

3. Unusual or unconventionalC1informal

   Different from what is normal or expected; strange.

   inhabituel

   • His sense of humor is a bit out of the way.
   • She has some out-of-the-way ideas about education.
   • The movie's plot was interesting but a little out of the way.