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The object gave off some flames and smoke, but didn’t explode.—Rebecca White, New York Daily News, 7 Mar. 2026 Or maybe it is expected, in the sense that 20-year-old Liu—who gives off the vibe of a guru with good hair—clearly has an unusual perspective on success, failure, and everything in between.—Natasha O'Neill, Vanity Fair, 6 Mar. 2026 When paired with a chunky throw and, perhaps a plaid throw, the duvet cover and shams practically give off visual warmth.—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 4 Mar. 2026 The elder Junod gave off mixed messages, abusing his long-suffering wife while indulging his gifted son.—Hamilton Cain, Time, 3 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for give off