going off

verb

Definition of going offnext
present participle of go off
1
as in exploding
to break open or into pieces usually because of internal pressure specialists were able to deactivate the bomb before it went off

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2
as in progressing
to move forward along a course the wedding went off without so much as a single glitch

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3
as in departing
to leave a place often for another don't go off without telling us where we can find you

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for going off
  1. exploding
  2. progressing
  3. departing
  4. doing
  5. exiting
  6. proceeding
  7. popping
  8. marching
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  • Plenty of exploding stars are also adept at blasting outbursts of this high-energy light.
    Robert Lea, Space.com, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The exploding number of medical AI scribes — created to solve clinician burnout — is causing its own burnout.
    Erin Brodwin, Axios, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of exploding
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  • Relying on the philanthropic support of the Murdoch Institute, the work is progressing rapidly and has been shown to be effective already in mice, pigs and sheep.
    Dr. Marc Siegel Fox News, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Local laws, such as New York's Local Law 97, are further driving the need for more aggressive energy-efficiency measures, ensuring that cities continue progressing toward their decarbonization goals.
    Thomas Grizzetti, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of progressing
Verb
  • On that same weekend, news filtered out about many senior staffers departing, voluntarily or otherwise, from City Hall.
    The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
  • At Bradley International Airport, 93,000 people have booked departing flights between last Wednesday and the day after Christmas, according to Brian Spyros, spokesman for the Connecticut Airport Authority.
    Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of departing
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  • Breaking free requires embracing vulnerability and authenticity, and feeling supported in doing so.
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • For me, ending the year with intention isn’t about doing more.
    Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of doing
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  • Even all-time greats ordinarily have off days, some of which result in them exiting a major or two per year prematurely.
    Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The budding rookie spent a couple of minutes in the medical tent ahead of exiting the field via cart.
    Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of exiting
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  • Research and verify any claims before proceeding.
    Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 23 Dec. 2024
  • In a flash, Webster's cute cuddle with his young son took a wild turn with Parker sitting up slightly before proceeding to vomit all over his father, who was lying on the couch.
    Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of proceeding
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  • The National World War II Museum Arguably the best World War II museum in the world, this comprehensive collection tells the story of the war that changed the world through impressive multimedia experiences, immersive exhibits, and an eye-popping number of artifacts and first-person detail.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Teased by Russo about the eye-popping value of the contract, Smith dismissed a report earlier this month by The Athletic pegging it at $120 million, going on to briefly elaborate on his dealmaking approach.
    Dade Hayes, Deadline, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of popping
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  • The North Koreans apparently attacked in broad daylight, on foot, marching over mines under the watchful eyes of Ukrainian drones—and came under fire from drones and artillery.
    David Axe, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Army got the ball first in the second half, marching down the field bit by bit on the ground.
    Kyle Feldscher, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024
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