1
as in departing
to leave a place often for another
told him to get off for home before it got dark
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2
as in beginning
to take the first step in (a process or course of action)
breakfast helps you get off to a good start in the morning
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Recent Examples of getting off
Defense has 1 full-time starter returning Linebacker Dariel Djabome is the lone full-time starter returning on a unit that had a difficult time getting off the field on third down.
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Everett Merrill, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
The Mercedes, which had a temporary tag, was last seen getting off the highway on exit 8A onto Northwest 95th Street, according to the FHP.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2025
And yet, Vientos is also the guy who went four straight games without getting off the bench last week, stuck in a 3-for-23 stretch as the Mets continued their third-base carousel.
—Tim Britton, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2025
The 6-foot-1, 195-pound corner, who is on the larger side for the cornerback position, has been challenging McMillan getting off the line to some avail.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 11 Aug. 2025
The 400-foot launch vehicle – crucial to future US spaceflight ambitions – is one that billionaire Elon Musk's company has hoped to begin getting off the ground more often.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 5 Aug. 2025
When the bus arrived at the main station, Rhoades reached around and sliced the woman’s throat before getting off the bus and walking away, according to police.
—Jennifer Rodriguez, Kansas City Star, 4 Aug. 2025
Everett Merrill, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
The Mercedes, which had a temporary tag, was last seen getting off the highway on exit 8A onto Northwest 95th Street, according to the FHP.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2025
And yet, Vientos is also the guy who went four straight games without getting off the bench last week, stuck in a 3-for-23 stretch as the Mets continued their third-base carousel.
—Tim Britton, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2025
The 6-foot-1, 195-pound corner, who is on the larger side for the cornerback position, has been challenging McMillan getting off the line to some avail.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 11 Aug. 2025
The 400-foot launch vehicle – crucial to future US spaceflight ambitions – is one that billionaire Elon Musk's company has hoped to begin getting off the ground more often.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 5 Aug. 2025
When the bus arrived at the main station, Rhoades reached around and sliced the woman’s throat before getting off the bus and walking away, according to police.
—Jennifer Rodriguez, Kansas City Star, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for getting off
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Lock your home before departing.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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The Heat also brought in forward Simone Fontecchio as part of a sign-and-trade deal with the Detroit Pistons, sending out departing ex-Heat free sharpshooter Duncan Robinson in the offing.—
Alex Kirschenbaum,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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The Fed has indeed been too late in beginning to relax monetary policy, and the bank would have known it much earlier with better BLS leadership.—
Tiana Lowe Doescher,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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That means beginning with real underwriting and analysis, not guesswork.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Center Jonny King is considered questionable for Saturday’s contest after exiting in the second half against the Tar Heels.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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The air-condition, heating and electricity automatically turns off when the keycard is taken out of its slot, but to avoid this many leave one card in the slot when exiting the room.—
Mattias Goldmann,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Both offenses are moving with little resistance thus far.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Sep. 2025
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Both injuries have significant implications for fantasy, as Jacory Croskey-Merritt is assured more touches in Washington moving forward; in Green Bay, Matthew Golden will have more chances to show his skills with Reed out in Week 3 and beyond.—
Jess Bryant,
New York Times,
14 Sep. 2025
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The rebate checks were issued for three consecutive years, commencing in 1999.—
Robert Goulder,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Subsequently, Liddell highlights the importance of entrepreneurs commencing their journey with clear goals in place.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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So, Hilleary will be in the odd position of facing a significant pay cut for getting a big promotion on Capitol Hill.—
David Mark,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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How would Trump react to his administration now getting to decide the fate of CNN?—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
12 Sep. 2025
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The Atlantic basin may have been quiet going into the peak of hurricane season, but a new storm is expected to develop in the region in the coming days.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
16 Sep. 2025
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Untick this box to stop the process going ahead.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
16 Sep. 2025
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At one point, a running number tied to Boys and Girls Clubs of America flashed on the screen, starting at $100,000.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Score the bedding on sale in sizes ranging from twin to California king while it’s restocked, or opt for the set without a flat sheet starting at $70.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Getting off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/getting%20off. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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