the off
noun
British
1
: the beginning of a race
2
: the very beginning
Right from the off, I knew she was against me.
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Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
The Tryn Double-breasted Blazer is crafted from a drapey, stretch fabric that resembles the off-duty look Aritzia is known for (but at a way lower price).
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 2026
Grimes was also dealing with the off-screen drama that impacted production due to logistical and creative differences between Costner and Sheridan.
—Los Angeles Times, 2 Mar. 2026
One of the off-duty Cincinnati police officers began to render aid and called in the shooting to 911, Jordan said.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 1 Mar. 2026
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“The off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20off. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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