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
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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
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This program, which began in 2022, is designed to rectify historic problems with IDR plans that prevented many borrowers from progressing toward 20- or 25-year loan forgiveness.—
Adam S. Minsky,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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The Athletic reported on Wednesday that West Ham were progressing in their talks with Potter, with the club later confirming the departure of Julen Lopetegui after six months in charge.—
Stuart James,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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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
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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
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Over the years, that evolved into doing complete residential interiors, and commercial work including multiple test and demonstration kitchen projects, and then product design.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
WWD,
31 Dec. 2024
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Of course, major record labels were interested in whatever the ex-Jane’s members were doing at the peak of their fame.—
Aaron Gilbreath,
SPIN,
31 Dec. 2024
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The last time the Southland saw similarly dry conditions was in early 2023, as the state was exiting a punishing, years-long drought thanks to an exceptional kickoff to the wet season.—
Grace Toohey,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Jan. 2025
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Adani Enterprises, Gautam Adani’s flagship company, is exiting from the joint venture with Wilmar to focus on its core infrastructure businesses and use the proceeds from the deal to expand its renewable energy, transport and logistics ventures.—
Jonathan Burgos,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Research and verify any claims before proceeding.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
23 Dec. 2024
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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
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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
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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
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But, like workers shedding the new year festivities and glumly marching back to the office, stocks lost their sheen, began tilting down and closed the session lower.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
3 Jan. 2025
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The two-day event features all of the bands marching in the parade and is held at Pasadena City College.—
Mike Nolan,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Jan. 2025
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