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give off

verb

gave off; given off; giving off; gives off

transitive verb

1
: to send out as a branch
2
: emit
gave off an unpleasant smell

intransitive verb

: to branch off

Examples of give off in a Sentence

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The silhouette comes down to a matter of personal preference, though a pair of flat shoes, like espadrilles or strappy sandals, gives off a very different vibe than a heel. Abby Morgan Lebet, Glamour, 24 Nov. 2025 The home gives off the vibe of a mountain fairytale infused with classic California style and ambition. Sacbee.com, 22 Nov. 2025 The details give off a delicate, feminine vibe that’s almost like macrame. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Nov. 2025 Built with gamers in mind, the TP-Link Archer GE800 is giving off major Darth Vader's palace vibes. PC Magazine, 21 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for give off

Word History

First Known Use

1828, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of give off was in 1828

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“Give off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/give%20off. Accessed 29 Nov. 2025.

Kids Definition

give off

verb
: emit sense 1a
gave off a sweet smell

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