gave off

Definition of gave offnext
past tense of give off

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for gave off
Verb
  • My concern is that whatever gasses that are emitted, that folks with respiratory issues, sensitive respiratory issues, can be affected.
    Michele Gile, CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026
  • The company is also currently working with the Italian Space Agency to develop the concept for a satellite constellation to measure radio waves emitted by cosmic sources from the orbit of the moon.
    Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • This can cause consumers to overfill the pot, resulting in hot food and liquids being ejected when the pressure cooker is vented using the quick-release method.
    Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 27 Feb. 2026
  • Exhaust fumes are carbon filtered for less odor, and are vented either to the left or right side by adjustment of the directional chimney.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 26 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • If the winds were steady enough, as the water dripped down the icicle, it would be pushed back, causing the ice to accumulate in the back, rather than at the bottom.
    Ray Petelin, CBS News, 28 Feb. 2026
  • The strapless gown was designed with a plunging neckline and dripped in tassel-like gems.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 26 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Because deputies discharged their firearms, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement will lead the investigation.
    Steve Maugeri, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
  • Once his fever was reduced and lab cultures came back clear, he was discharged with a hefty dose of antibiotics.
    Tyler Freel, Outdoor Life, 4 Mar. 2026
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Gave off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gave%20off. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster