stay off

verb

stayed off; staying off; stays off
1
: to avoid (something)
Let's stay off the subject of politics.
She's doing a good job of staying off drugs.
2
: to not go on (something)
Please stay off the grass.

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As Kiffin explained Thursday at SEC media days, his son challenged him this spring to stay off social media. Matt Baker, New York Times, 23 July 2026 These conditions could be seen again Wednesday night and into Thursday, and drivers are encouraged to stay off the roads in low-lying areas when possible. Irene Wright, USA Today, 22 July 2026 Rest, aspirin, maybe an ice pack, and stay off of it for a couple of days. Brian Moylan, Vulture, 16 July 2026 With crews still working to contain the Claremont Fire in the Boise Foothills, city officials are urging the public to stay off closed recreation trails. Rachel Roberts, Idaho Statesman, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for stay off

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“Stay off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stay%20off. Accessed 29 Jul. 2026.

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