1
as in departing
to leave a place often for another
told him to get off for home before it got dark
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2
as in beginning
to take the first step in (a process or course of action)
breakfast helps you get off to a good start in the morning
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Recent Examples of getting off
Defense has 1 full-time starter returning Linebacker Dariel Djabome is the lone full-time starter returning on a unit that had a difficult time getting off the field on third down.
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Everett Merrill, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
The Mercedes, which had a temporary tag, was last seen getting off the highway on exit 8A onto Northwest 95th Street, according to the FHP.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2025
And yet, Vientos is also the guy who went four straight games without getting off the bench last week, stuck in a 3-for-23 stretch as the Mets continued their third-base carousel.
—Tim Britton, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2025
The 6-foot-1, 195-pound corner, who is on the larger side for the cornerback position, has been challenging McMillan getting off the line to some avail.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 11 Aug. 2025
The 400-foot launch vehicle – crucial to future US spaceflight ambitions – is one that billionaire Elon Musk's company has hoped to begin getting off the ground more often.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 5 Aug. 2025
When the bus arrived at the main station, Rhoades reached around and sliced the woman’s throat before getting off the bus and walking away, according to police.
—Jennifer Rodriguez, Kansas City Star, 4 Aug. 2025
Everett Merrill, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
The Mercedes, which had a temporary tag, was last seen getting off the highway on exit 8A onto Northwest 95th Street, according to the FHP.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2025
And yet, Vientos is also the guy who went four straight games without getting off the bench last week, stuck in a 3-for-23 stretch as the Mets continued their third-base carousel.
—Tim Britton, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2025
The 6-foot-1, 195-pound corner, who is on the larger side for the cornerback position, has been challenging McMillan getting off the line to some avail.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 11 Aug. 2025
The 400-foot launch vehicle – crucial to future US spaceflight ambitions – is one that billionaire Elon Musk's company has hoped to begin getting off the ground more often.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 5 Aug. 2025
When the bus arrived at the main station, Rhoades reached around and sliced the woman’s throat before getting off the bus and walking away, according to police.
—Jennifer Rodriguez, Kansas City Star, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for getting off
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Collins Aerospace, which provides check-in and boarding systems for several airlines across multiple airports globally, is experiencing a technical issue that may cause delays for departing passengers.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Sep. 2025
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According to the flight-tracking platform, all arriving flights were assigned to Runway 04L that night, but the Nouvelair flight made its first approach at Runway 04R, which was only being used for departing flights.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
22 Sep. 2025
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By this time, Elio is beginning to confront the reality of Oliver’s eventual departure (and thus, his first experience of true heartbreak).—
James Factora,
Them.,
26 Sep. 2025
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In addition to the Final 3 reminiscing on the season before beginning Part 1 of the HOH competition, fans will get another glimpse inside the jury house following the evictions of Kelley Jorgensen, Lauren Domingue and Keanu Soto.—
Christopher Kuhagen,
jsonline.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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Over half a dozen missions have contributed to how astronomers understand the heliosphere, and two enduring spacecraft, the Voyager probes, have collected key data after exiting the heliosphere to explore interstellar space.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
24 Sep. 2025
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Outside of penning her first memoir, Rinna has kept busy since exiting RHOBH in January 2023.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
24 Sep. 2025
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Pearsall gets offense moving Ricky Pearsall entered Sunday’s game as the 49ers’ leading receiver and didn’t slow down.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
New York Times,
22 Sep. 2025
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However, a sports doctor has weighed in with a best and worst-case scenario for Lamb moving forward.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Sep. 2025
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The rebate checks were issued for three consecutive years, commencing in 1999.—
Robert Goulder,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Subsequently, Liddell highlights the importance of entrepreneurs commencing their journey with clear goals in place.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Before the game, Reeve spoke about getting more from Lynx reserves, who had just three points in Game 2.—
Mike Cook,
Twin Cities,
27 Sep. 2025
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Are high standards blocking you from getting the word out?—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025
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Harris felt Jill Biden never forgave her for going at Biden hard during the 2019 primary debate.—
Sydney Topf,
The Washington Examiner,
23 Sep. 2025
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The Rams were 3-6 going into the bye week in 2023 and almost knocked off Detroit in the wild card round.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
23 Sep. 2025
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Houston claimed him off waivers from the Athletics in May during a never-ending search for starting pitching depth.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
22 Sep. 2025
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The Chicago Bears enter Week 3 of their latest NFL season seeming in complete disarray, and much of the blame continues to get placed on starting quarterback, Caleb Williams.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Sep. 2025
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“Getting off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/getting%20off. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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