Off Idioms
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Meaning: refers to the transfer or influence of qualities, behaviors, or characteristics from one person to another.
Example: The instructor patiently explained the technique, ensuring that the knowledge would rub off on the students. Read more ➺
Meaning: get rid of any intense feelings or strong emotions.
Example: After a long week at work, I like to blow off steam by going for a run in the park. Read more ➺
Meaning: the act of stealing
Example: I can't believe I paid that much money for that outfit. It was a rip off. Read more ➺
Meaning: someone who scrounges from others
Example: Josh has turned up at my house three times this week just as I'm cooking dinner. What a sponger! Read more ➺
Meaning: to make a mark next to items on a list that have been completed
Example: I would like to tick off some more items on my list before going home. Read more ➺
Meaning: to do something immediately
Example: I promise to complete my homework right away. Read more ➺
Meaning: doing something which was never done before
Example: Lara's performance at the concert last night just knocked my socks off. Read more ➺
Meaning: to start a journey
Example: We would like to set off for Paris by 10 o'clock tomorrow morning. Read more ➺
Meaning: to prevent something from harming you
Example: Our government has doubled the number of soldiers at the border to ward off illegal immigrants. Read more ➺
