work off

verb

worked off; working off; works off

transitive verb

: to dispose of or get rid of by work or activity

Examples of work off in a Sentence

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Sledding down paths carved through a moonlit forest is a thrilling experience, and the adrenaline will work off any rich meal. AFAR Media, 24 Sep. 2025 Unlimited range via a battery that works off ambient humidity? New Atlas, 24 Sep. 2025 Chara joined the team last season in a kind of advisory role, working off the ice with players and coaches. Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 17 Sep. 2025 Police officers working off-duty reported possible shots fired or the sound of shots, according to Kansas City police spokesperson Sgt. Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 16 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for work off

Word History

First Known Use

1618, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of work off was in 1618

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“Work off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20off. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.

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