right off

adverb

Examples of right off in a Sentence

he had just gotten married when he was shipped right off to war
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The paint is made from non-toxic, biodegradable material and dusts right off clothing when dry. Laura Lu, Parents, 7 Jan. 2025 This coat has a water-repellent exterior, so snowflakes and raindrops roll right off. Madison Yauger, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025 The service is also offering new year discounts right now, giving you the chance to save money right off the bat. Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 31 Dec. 2024 Some jurisdictions that have been doing all this, right off the top of my head: U.K., Belgium, the UAE, Switzerland, Poland, the U.K. crown dependencies, Canada, Singapore, and Kenya. Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for right off 

Word History

First Known Use

1771, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of right off was in 1771

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“Right off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/right%20off. Accessed 11 Jan. 2025.

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