the off

noun

British

1

: the beginning of a race

2

: the very beginning

Right from the off, I knew she was against me.

Examples of the off in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

And speaking of fares, while activating the rear door OMNY readers will provide for somewhat faster boarding, the MTA made a big mistake in getting rid of the off-board fare payments that were used for Select Bus Service. — New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 9 July 2026

In the off-season, the peaceful atmosphere allows for more intimate groups and classes. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 July 2026

The incident occurred Saturday night when the off-duty deputy let the 5-year-old Belgian Malinois, named Santi, out into the yard to urinate, according to a news release by the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office. — Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026

That positive word of mouth would overcome the apathy towards the film's plot and the off-putting remarks from Alcock. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026

Rhymes for the off

• ashraf
• checkoff
• cutoff
• falloff
• handoff
• kickoff
• layoff
• liftoff
• markoff
• markov
• payoff
• playoff