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got off (on)

verb

past tense of get off (on)
as in enjoyed
to take pleasure in he really gets off on being the person in charge of everyone else

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for got off (on)
  1. enjoyed
  2. loved
  3. liked
  4. savored
Verb
  • Born in Los Angeles, Wong should have enjoyed all privileges of birthright citizenship.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 17 Sep. 2026
  • In New Preston, a short drive away, Smith Cafe’s offers excellent sandwiches and smoothies best enjoyed on benches in the sun.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of enjoyed
Verb
  • Recchia’s second novel, Io che ti ho voluto così bene (I, who loved you so much), came out in Italy last year.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 18 Sep. 2026
  • My dad loved every one of these men incredibly deeply, and through playing the music, had a connection with them words cannot explain.
    — Chris Willman, Variety, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of loved
Verb
  • This is a sad development for Sweet Magnolias fans who would’ve liked a proper conclusion via a final season, with an Annie and Ty reconciliation probably at the top of their wishlist.
    — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2026
  • That’s cool that people (liked it), but that’s bad ball security.
    — Taylor Eldridge, Kansas City Star, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of liked
Verb
  • Small exhibitors have savored their relationship with the streamer.
    — Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 8 Sep. 2026
  • With fewer crowds than Spain’s main metropolises, a slower pace sets the tone for a sojourn meant to be savored.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of savored
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