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
Cycling events got off the starting line quickly in November.
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Kai Caddy Nwa Media, arkansasonline.com, 5 Nov. 2024
Through rainy conditions, the Chiefs and Bucs both got off to slow starts in this game with Kansas City owning a 3-0 lead after the first quarter.
—Scott Thompson, Fox News, 5 Nov. 2024
Now called Opportunity Village, the initiative aims to help unsheltered individuals get off the streets.
—Hema Sivanandam, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
As indicated by Monday’s show, this last leg of the Luck and Strange tour got off to a very terrific start.
—David Chiu, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Kai Caddy Nwa Media, arkansasonline.com, 5 Nov. 2024
Through rainy conditions, the Chiefs and Bucs both got off to slow starts in this game with Kansas City owning a 3-0 lead after the first quarter.
—Scott Thompson, Fox News, 5 Nov. 2024
Now called Opportunity Village, the initiative aims to help unsheltered individuals get off the streets.
—Hema Sivanandam, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
As indicated by Monday’s show, this last leg of the Luck and Strange tour got off to a very terrific start.
—David Chiu, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get off
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Domestic travelers should allow at least two hours before their flight is scheduled to depart.Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 20 Nov. 2024
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She was originally set to leave the role this December, but will now depart on March 31, about a month before Abrams takes the reins.Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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According to an Associated Press report, Bushnell began a livestream on Twitch before dousing himself in a flammable chemical.Marley Malenfant, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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How to get a McRib in Arizona The McRib will be available at all McDonald's locations in Arizona beginning Dec. 3, 2024.Endia Fontanez, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
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If the company does not adhere to the agreement, the U.S. Attorney’s Office can move forward with the case.Jason Green, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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According to the article, published in 2016, Lo moved into the New York Edition hotel, in the Gramercy area, then racked up a $13,000 tab and refused to leave for nearly two months.Suzanne Seggerman, Curbed, 14 Nov. 2024
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The three-fight preliminary card starts at 3:30 p.m. MST.Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
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Burger King is offering their classic Whopper sandwich for just $1 starting today.Alex Perry, The Enquirer, 22 Nov. 2024
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A number of board members have exited ahead of the deal’s close.Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 21 Nov. 2024
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Keoghan exited the project before production began (scheduling conflicts) and was replaced by Fred Hechinger, soon to be seen as Dimitri in Marvel’s Kraven the Hunter.Ryan Gajewski, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Nov. 2024
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The Oasis Live ‘25 tour has 38 shows booked so far, and will commence on July 4 at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales.Sophie Williams, Billboard, 20 Nov. 2024
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The company has not commenced any operations and will not generate operating revenues until after the completion of the Initial Business Combination.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 20 Nov. 2024
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Musk settled with the SEC, agreeing to pay a $20 million fine, step down as chairman, and agree to get a lawyer's approval before posting about Tesla.Rachel Barber, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
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Sign up for our free Royals newsletter to get the latest updates on Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle and more!Simon Perry, People.com, 28 Nov. 2024
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What went into both of those, and what did Christopher Guest bring to it in his role as director?Chris Willman, Variety, 23 Nov. 2024
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Frantically Shoving Coats Aside One thing to think about ahead of time is where guests’ coats will go.Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
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“Get off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get%20off. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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