: a demonstration of goodwill and enthusiasm for the beginning of a new venture (such as a trip)
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Some of the most notable names in show business gathered in Times Square on Monday afternoon for a starry, and sometimes emotional, send-off for James Earl Jones, who died last year at the age of 93.
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Derrick Bryson Taylor, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
Greetings from a bygone era Gate greetings and send-offs were once among the most emotionally important parts of a trip.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2025
Fun fact: The nod is a proper send-off for Aria chef Gerry Klaskala, who's retiring after leading the modern American restaurant for 25 years.
—Thomas Wheatley, Axios, 2 Apr. 2025
The article also suggested that for a more extravagant send-off, contact a fireworks company specializing in custom fireworks.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
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Derrick Bryson Taylor, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
Greetings from a bygone era Gate greetings and send-offs were once among the most emotionally important parts of a trip.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2025
Fun fact: The nod is a proper send-off for Aria chef Gerry Klaskala, who's retiring after leading the modern American restaurant for 25 years.
—Thomas Wheatley, Axios, 2 Apr. 2025
The article also suggested that for a more extravagant send-off, contact a fireworks company specializing in custom fireworks.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
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“Send-off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/send-off. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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