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as in happening
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 succeeding
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 coming off
Miami was coming off a win over Boston College, had just snapped a four-game losing streak, and was eager to build on that victory heading into the final stretch of the season.
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Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2026
Both teams were coming off the All-Star break.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
The major indexes are coming off a down day.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 20 Feb. 2026
The three exchanged fist bumps coming off the field.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 19 Feb. 2026
The 21-year-old from Wisconsin was coming off a victory in the 1,000, the first of his four individual events in Milan.
—Dave Skretta, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
Neville is coming off of Man on the Run, documenting Paul McCartney’s decade-long creative surge after the Beatles, which premiered at the Telluride Film Festival and will be released by Amazon MGM on February 25.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 13 Feb. 2026
That’s a big change for the cerebral right-hander, who’ll be counted on to return from injuries and provide stability to a rebuilt rotation coming off the worst season in major league history.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 12 Feb. 2026
Stewart received seven games for aggressively coming off the bench and instigating.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 11 Feb. 2026
Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2026
Both teams were coming off the All-Star break.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
The major indexes are coming off a down day.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 20 Feb. 2026
The three exchanged fist bumps coming off the field.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 19 Feb. 2026
The 21-year-old from Wisconsin was coming off a victory in the 1,000, the first of his four individual events in Milan.
—Dave Skretta, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
Neville is coming off of Man on the Run, documenting Paul McCartney’s decade-long creative surge after the Beatles, which premiered at the Telluride Film Festival and will be released by Amazon MGM on February 25.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 13 Feb. 2026
That’s a big change for the cerebral right-hander, who’ll be counted on to return from injuries and provide stability to a rebuilt rotation coming off the worst season in major league history.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 12 Feb. 2026
Stewart received seven games for aggressively coming off the bench and instigating.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coming off
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While this is happening, grad students who are doing incredible research are struggling to make ends meet and hundreds of capable students are being turned down by medical schools.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
22 Feb. 2026
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Like its classic counterpart, the scent is exciting, but this time the bright citrus, ginger, and creamy magnolia offer promise of what’s to come, rather than painting a picture of what’s happening in the current moment.—
Irene Richardson,
InStyle,
22 Feb. 2026
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The activities ushered in the Year of the Horse, one of 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac, succeeding the Year of the Snake.—
Ken Moritsugu,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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In addition to Martens at Margiela, Simone Bellotti joined Jil Sander, succeeding Luke and Lucie Meier, and Meryll Rogge arrived at Marni, succeeding Francesco Risso.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
17 Feb. 2026
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Anger is coming down the pike; the Bears are hoping things will move expeditiously toward acceptance.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2026
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The snow is really coming down in Bormio.—
Sean Nevin,
NBC news,
19 Feb. 2026
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This may involve reviewing previous tax returns and going over your finances and assets.—
Dan Simms,
USA Today,
19 Feb. 2026
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An opposing coach, Georgetown’s always-unpredictable Ed Cooley, actually introduced the topic after the Huskies’ lackluster win Saturday night, as if he were disappointed not to be given a rougher going over.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
19 Feb. 2026
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Chicago Teachers Union President Stacey Davis Gates will be stepping away from her duties and going on a temporary medical leave, the union announced on Wednesday.—
CBS Chicago Team,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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In January 2025, fans thought Monfils had a shot at the Australian Open title after going on a three-win streak.—
Erica Marrison,
PEOPLE,
29 Jan. 2026
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Orlando won despite going eight of 23 from three-point range, two games after setting a franchise record with 27 three-pointers in a victory at Sacramento.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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Meanwhile, Duke won the rebounding battle 41-28 as Michigan settled for too many one-and-done perimeter shots, going 6 of 25 from 3-point range.—
Ben Nuckols,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Feb. 2026
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But recent social media posts this week showed that the receiver was working out in Kansas City.—
Pete Sweeney,
Kansas City Star,
20 Feb. 2026
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Kennedy’s proclivity for working out in belted denim long predates the knowing wink with which it’s now displayed.—
Daniel Engber,
The Atlantic,
20 Feb. 2026
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Before going down to the beach to bask in the sun, snag a souvenir or two at Shore Store (of Jersey Shore fame) followed by a visit to Lucky Leo’s Sweet Shop for fudge, saltwater taffy, and a seemingly endless amount of colorful gummy candy.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Feb. 2026
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The liquid will feel toasty going down, and a hot mug is excellent for heating cold hands.—
Erin Huffstetler,
The Spruce,
9 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Coming off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coming%20off. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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