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as in to happen
to take place
couldn't believe that the wedding would actually come off—they've been "just dating" for years
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as in to succeed
to turn out as planned or desired
the attempted revival of the city's downtown never really came off, and even more stores eventually closed
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Recent Examples of come off
Hoover is coming off a three-turnover game, but Colorado hasn’t seen a quarterback as accurate as Hoover this season.
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Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Oct. 2025
Cal Poly is coming off of a 32-24 victory over Sac State in a Big Sky opener at Hornet Stadium, moving the Mustangs to 3-2 on the season.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Singer was coming off a terrific season.
—Kansas City Star, 27 Sep. 2025
Jonsson and Hoffman are coming off strong reviews in Lionsgate’s adaptation of Stephen King novel The Long Walk, which bowed earlier this month.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 23 Sep. 2025
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Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Oct. 2025
Cal Poly is coming off of a 32-24 victory over Sac State in a Big Sky opener at Hornet Stadium, moving the Mustangs to 3-2 on the season.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Singer was coming off a terrific season.
—Kansas City Star, 27 Sep. 2025
Jonsson and Hoffman are coming off strong reviews in Lionsgate’s adaptation of Stephen King novel The Long Walk, which bowed earlier this month.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 23 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for come off
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This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Oct. 2025
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For boys to feel freed from this hierarchy, change needs to happen at every level, from homes and classrooms to community centers and government buildings, and most especially within the technology industry.—
Ashleigh N. DeLuca,
Parents,
8 Oct. 2025
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The independent studio is likely banking on Chalamet’s star power and a holiday release date to deliver the kind of box office results that show its newfound investment in blockbuster filmmaking is succeeding.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
7 Oct. 2025
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Whether any of those challenges succeed would need to be determined by courts.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
7 Oct. 2025
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There were a number of turning points that went against the Chiefs.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
7 Oct. 2025
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Then there are the stars at every position — the players who finish most of their possessions scoring out of ball screens, isolations and post ups.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Milwaukee rewarded him with a two-year, $11 million contract in July, and, with Damian Lillard gone, Porter is now the point guard, which was confirmed by Doc Rivers a few weeks ago.—
Stan Son,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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They Chiefs needed just five plays to go 97 yards for the TD.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
7 Oct. 2025
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Though that number won’t grab headlines, the rushing attack passed the eye test against a Minnesota defense that came into the game second in the Big Ten in yards allowed.—
Cameron Teague Robinson,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Set to come two weeks after the autumnal equinox, the harvest moon will provide several nights of bright moonlight in early October, the Old Farmer's Almanac added.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
5 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Take advantage of a four-piece set for less than $40 that can go over two chairs and a table.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
7 Oct. 2025
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Van Hecke dangled a leg inside his own box, with Evanilson going over to win the decisive penalty in a 2-1 defeat at Bournemouth.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
Verb
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However, some minor flooding may still occur due to showers.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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When heavy rain occurs, there is a potential for flooding, particularly in areas that are low-lying or prone to floods.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Oct. 2025
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If this newsletter isn't already getting conveniently delivered to your inbox, click here to subscribe.—
Jacob Camenker,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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All anyone’s hearing in the room is just click.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Come off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/come%20off. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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