Off Idioms

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strike off

Meaning: Take a person's name off an official list so they are no longer allowed to work in that job.

Example: After the inquiry, the board voted to strike off the surgeon, and he lost the right to practice. Read more ➺


pull something off

Meaning: To succeed at something really tough or unexpected, especially when most people thought you had no chance.

Example: No one gave the underdog team a chance, but they still managed to pull it off and win the final match. Read more ➺


pop off

Meaning: To perform extremely well or impress others.

Example: Pop off during your interview and show them exactly what you can do. Read more ➺


doze off

Meaning: To fall asleep lightly or unintentionally for a short time.

Example: Michael dozed off during the movie after a long day at work. Read more ➺


off guard

Meaning: Not prepared for something sudden or unexpected.

Example: The reporter's personal question caught James off guard during the press conference. Read more ➺


off color

Meaning: Inappropriate or indecent, especially a joke or remark.

Example: His speech shocked the audience because he slipped in an off color joke. Read more ➺


off the roof

Meaning: Extremely; very intense; in a very high degree.

Example: The excitement in the stadium was off the roof during the final match. Read more ➺


off the table

Meaning: No longer available for discussion or consideration.

Example: The promotion is off the table after his repeated mistakes at work. Read more ➺


off the charts

Meaning: Extremely high in degree, amount, or intensity.

Example: The excitement at the concert was off the charts, with fans cheering louder than ever. Read more ➺


face off

Meaning: To confront someone directly in a conflict or competition.

Example: The two leaders will face off in tomorrow's crucial election debate. Read more ➺


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