GETTING OFF ON Synonyms: 51 Similar and Opposite Words

getting off (on)

verb

present participle of get off (on)

as in enjoying

to take pleasure in he really gets off on being the person in charge of everyone else

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But 60 Minutes long operated as almost a separate unit within the news division, enjoying a great deal of autonomy.

— Ted Johnson, Deadline, 24 July 2026
In a very youthful group inevitably depleted by several senior players enjoying their post-World Cup breaks, the two summer arrivals were surprising absentees.

— Liam Twomey, New York Times, 24 July 2026

Definition of enjoying

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Besides those two under-the-radar ingredients, two steps—dropping the pan on the rack mid-way through the baking process and chilling the brownies before slicing and savoring them—make these brownies supremely dense and decadent.

— Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 July 2026
Here are a few standouts for savoring the ideal summer scoop.

— Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2026

Definition of savoring

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Lemon Lavender’s skincare is made in Korea featuring collagen, antioxidants and skin-loving formulas that help support your skin barrier, reduce the look of fine lines and boost overall glow.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 July 2026
Fox News did a feature story on international World Cup fans loving their time in KC; ditto for a newspaper in Singapore.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026

Definition of loving

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As well as left-wing options, United have looked at potential left-backs, with people at the club liking Newcastle’s Lewis Hall.

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 21 July 2026
The poll found that while older adults are more likely to vote, donate money or join groups, nearly half of young people under the age of 30 prefer to engage politically by liking or sharing news content online.

— Casey Parks, Washington Post, 20 July 2026

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