COMING OFF Synonyms: 81 Similar and Opposite Words

coming off

verb

present participle of come off

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 Rashan Gary and future Hall of Famer Von Miller are now coming off the edge, and potential Defensive Rookie of the Year Caleb Downs is making his NFL introduction. — Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026 The streetcar hurtled down the hill before coming off the rails on a bend and smashing into a building, leaving the wooden cabin a crumpled wreck. — ABC News, 3 Sep. 2026 The Delta Devils are coming off of seasons of 2-9, 1-10, 1-11 and 2-9. — Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 3 Sep. 2026 The Lions are coming off a 17-13 victory against the Washington Commanders in the NFL preseason. — Dejanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 26 Aug. 2026 The good news is the Patriots are coming off a Super Bowl appearance in only the second season for quarterback Drake Maye. — Nbc Sports, NBC news, 26 Aug. 2026 Wheeler County is coming off a 12-1 season, the best in the program’s 60-year history, and the school’s first region title. — Todd Holcomb, AJC.com, 20 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for coming off

Verb

But Mike Strain says almost as soon as 'K-shaped' became a relevant term to describe what was happening in the economy, people began abusing it.

— Paddy Hirsch, NPR, 8 Sep. 2026
Find positive, proactive ways that can prevent these kinds of tragedies from ever happening again.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of happening

Verb

There are other factors that effect children in these communities, but the evidence suggests that having an involved father can be an important protective factor that improves a child's chances of succeeding academically, economically and socially.

— Jon Root OutKick, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2026
Multiple Alabama sources insisted that Kiffin’s behavior during his time in Tuscaloosa precluded him from ever succeeding Nick Saban and becoming the Crimson Tide’s head coach.

— John Talty, Vanity Fair, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of succeeding

Verb

So picking up Pete, rounding the bases, and then going back in the dugout and everything that unfolds while that’s happening is just as important as the play-by-play of that ball going over the fence.

— Will Sammon, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2026
Whether incorporated through a chic shoulder bag, lightweight layers, or comfy footwear, suede adds visual interest to any outfit without going over the top.

— Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of going over

Verb

The Athletic stands there slightly awkwardly, simultaneously trying to see what’s going on while, at the same time, trying not to get in anyone’s way.

— Nick Miller, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
This years Labor Day might be behind us, but these late discounts are keeping the party going on, which means this is a great time to score some serious deals.

— Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of going on

Verb

After going behind early to a Kai Havertz goal, PSG had to remain patient, before gradually asserting their authority in the contest.

— Tom Burrows, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
The whole thing was essentially an American Cadillac crossed with an Italian coachbuilt exotic, at a time when Detroit was already going completely bonkers with automotive excess.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of going

Verb

The Grand Slams and players are working out how the council will be selected and structured, with further details expected soon.

— Douglas Robson, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Some fitness enthusiasts swear that working out on an empty stomach burns more fat, while others insist that eating beforehand is essential for maximizing energy and performance.

— Daryl Austin, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026