right off

adverb

Synonyms of right offnext

Examples of right off in a Sentence

he had just gotten married when he was shipped right off to war
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The easiest way to peel peaches is by using the blanch and shock method, which makes the skins slide right off. Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 10 July 2026 Surrounded by the historic Red Acres Community lies a course that may be right off one of the busiest roads in the city, but in no way feels like it. Joel Haley, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 10 July 2026 Look fresh right off a flight in this pair of lightweight cotton poplin pants. Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 9 July 2026 The pair of shotgun-style bedrooms right off the entry are decently sized and come with closets, in addition to being separated by the bathroom. Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for right off

Word History

First Known Use

1771, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of right off was in 1771

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“Right off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/right%20off. Accessed 13 Jul. 2026.

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