1
as in to depart
to leave a place often for another
told him to get off for home before it got dark
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as in to begin
to take the first step in (a process or course of action)
breakfast helps you get off to a good start in the morning
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Recent Examples of get off
Some of the recent videos show the runners bumping into security guards and shoving past church staff, then leaving after being cornered and told to get off the property.
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James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
The last two races of the day are scheduled to start as the sun is setting and many people are getting off work, Schuler said.
—Phil Rockrohr, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Los Angeles got off to a fast start when Ohtani and Freeman opened the bottom of the first inning with consecutive singles.
—Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
The New Glenn rocket most recently got off the ground April 19 on a mission to deploy broadband network satellites for cellular broadband service provider AST SpaceMobile to space.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Lawrence can simply pin his ears back, get off the ball with a jetpack on and rush without losing momentum.
—Jim Barnes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Apr. 2026
Durant was slow to get off the court, and swelling occurred in the following days, forcing him to miss Game 3.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 26 Apr. 2026
This season has gotten off to a nightmarish start, and through the first month of the season the Red Sox offense has been among the worst in MLB.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
However, Boettcher is a bit on the smaller side compared to the other available prospects, which could hinder him in getting off block attempts.
—Joe Buscaglia, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
The last two races of the day are scheduled to start as the sun is setting and many people are getting off work, Schuler said.
—Phil Rockrohr, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Los Angeles got off to a fast start when Ohtani and Freeman opened the bottom of the first inning with consecutive singles.
—Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
The New Glenn rocket most recently got off the ground April 19 on a mission to deploy broadband network satellites for cellular broadband service provider AST SpaceMobile to space.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Lawrence can simply pin his ears back, get off the ball with a jetpack on and rush without losing momentum.
—Jim Barnes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Apr. 2026
Durant was slow to get off the court, and swelling occurred in the following days, forcing him to miss Game 3.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 26 Apr. 2026
This season has gotten off to a nightmarish start, and through the first month of the season the Red Sox offense has been among the worst in MLB.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
However, Boettcher is a bit on the smaller side compared to the other available prospects, which could hinder him in getting off block attempts.
—Joe Buscaglia, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for get off
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According to the international policy group, humanitarian aid shipments departing India that would typically follow the coast of the Arabian Peninsula to Sudan are instead being forced to go around the Cape of Good Hope, through the Mediterranean Sea and enter the Red Sea by way of the Suez Canal.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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As the king departs, whether his message will stick is another matter — Trump will be back dealing with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, whose own position is looking more imperiled than ever.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
30 Apr. 2026
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Construction will begin this summer on a new weight room that should help.—
Rick Armstrong,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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The greatest tornado potential is centered on Sunday over Kansas, where strong storms are expected to begin firing off around noon local time on Sunday, ahead of the severe weather developing later in the afternoon.—
Kyle Reiman,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2026
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He was instructed to respond by moving his eyes from left to right, and sure enough, the researchers counted two rightward movements of his eyes.—
Shayla Love,
New Yorker,
1 May 2026
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Mercury moves through your 1st House of Identity, sharpening your voice and making your words more direct than usual.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2026
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Carolyn Hax started her Washington Post advice column in 1997, after five years on the Style desk and none as a therapist.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
15 May 2026
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That process started with those trades and continued into free agency, when Mougey and head coach Aaron Glenn prioritized veteran players to help guide a young roster.—
Zack Rosenblatt,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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But earlier this week, the American star exited the Madrid Open well before the final, falling short in her bid for another tournament victory.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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According to investigators, a family member was repositioning a vehicle closer to the house because of incoming weather when the child exited the home unnoticed and moved into a blind spot near the vehicle.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
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Since the season commenced in Australia in March, the F1 WAGs have made their presence known as they've been seen alongside their partners in the paddock and cheering from the stands during races.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
29 Apr. 2026
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Earlier this year, the company announced a publishing administration partnership with 16-time Grammy Award-winner — and Variety’s Hitmakers 2025 songwriter of the year — Bruno Mars, commencing upon the completion of his current deal with BMG/Warner Chappell.—
Andrew Flanagan,
Variety,
28 Apr. 2026
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Five hours before the puck dropped, the get-in price was $239 for a ticket in the top row of the arena.—
Todd Harmonson,
Oc Register,
25 Apr. 2026
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Both Ponds and Glenn were undersized cornerbacks who both love to get physical.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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Instead, the 2026 draft saw a running back go third, a middle linebacker go seventh, and nine offensive linemen gone by the end of the first round.—
Zak Keefer,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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There’s a lot that goes (on) behind the scene as a manager.—
Ronald Blum,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Get off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get%20off. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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