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as in to disgust
to cause to feel disgust
that memorably bad meal turned me off about restaurant food for a while
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as in to sack
to let go from office, service, or employment
eventually, the supervisor turned off the insubordinate employee
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as in to shut off
to cause to stop functioning
please turn off the fan when you're done
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Recent Examples of turn off
Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026
Meanwhile, Zach is just actively turned off by Kenzie, telling her he’s never dated a blonde before and erecting a pillow barrier between them to sleep.
—Kathleen Walsh, Vulture, 3 June 2026
Chantel Jennings, New York Times, 10 Mar. 2026
Management consulting has since suffered in reputation, especially among progressives, who view Buttigieg’s lubrication of the mechanisms of global capital as a major turnoff.
—Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 3 Mar. 2026
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Verb
Once stationary, turn off all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights are not illuminated, reducing the risk of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026
Meanwhile, Zach is just actively turned off by Kenzie, telling her he’s never dated a blonde before and erecting a pillow barrier between them to sleep.
—Kathleen Walsh, Vulture, 3 June 2026
Noun
Strong’s virtual invisibility on social media and indifference with her public persona hasn’t been a turnoff for endorsements, signaling that major brands see an athlete whose play alone speaks volumes.
—Chantel Jennings, New York Times, 10 Mar. 2026
Management consulting has since suffered in reputation, especially among progressives, who view Buttigieg’s lubrication of the mechanisms of global capital as a major turnoff.
—Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 3 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for turn off
Verb
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Turner’s character, Declan O’Hara, is a righteous Irish journalist, also loquacious, also hot, but disgusted by ostentatious displays of wealth.—
Anna Russell,
New Yorker,
1 June 2026
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Even Florida voters who usually support Republicans should be disgusted and realize that what goes around comes around.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
30 May 2026
Verb
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Some systems deviate significantly from this proto-structure.—
Doris Elin Urrutia,
Space.com,
8 June 2026
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Did the driver deviate from their route?—
Toni Pisano,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
Verb
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Awosika, Biadasz and Strange were key offseason free-agent signings Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz made in order to fill the gaps between Slater and Alt and better protect Herbert, who was sacked 54 times during the 2025 season, the most in any of his five previous NFL seasons.—
Elliott Teaford,
Oc Register,
8 June 2026
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And as Pulisic’s private jet made its way from Italy to New York, the club’s coach, sporting director and two other top executives were sacked.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
Verb
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Will my electricity be shut off during California heat wave?—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
9 June 2026
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The Windsor Locks Fire Department quickly responded to shut off the water and prevent further damage.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
8 June 2026
Noun
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The site was constrained by a number of factors, including the steep slope, mature trees, and seasonal water that emerged from the limestone and trickled through the property.—
Fred Albert,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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That's thanks to the slight slope of the slim, tapered rear wall, which sticks out farthest at the bottom corner.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
5 June 2026
Verb
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Firstman’s debut directorial effort, Club Kid, shrewdly acknowledges those garish personality tics, which have both endeared and repulsed audiences.—
Richard Lawson,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2026
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Anyone who has worked in or observed the media industry for the last couple of decades will recognize and be repulsed by nepo-baby Jay, who is undeniably villainous.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
30 Apr. 2026
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Pinky asks Shamea and Drew to come to the casting call, which turns into delicious B-list-actor-industry drama.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
8 June 2026
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America is turning 250, but some of its greatest treasures don't sit behind museum glass.—
Staff,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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South of Miami, the Florida Keys are known for their laidback charm, far removed from the hustle and bustle of Orlando's theme parks.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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The car has since been removed, and the Shorewood Building Department is evaluating the damage.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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“Turn off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turn%20off. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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