1
as in wrong
falling short of a standard
the milk tasted off
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2
as in dormant
not being in a state of use, activity, or employment
the computer is off, so you'll have to turn it on in order to use it
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3
as in erroneous
not being in agreement with what is true
that claim that everyone is actually related to everyone else seems a bit off
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as in small
small in degree
on the off chance that you do get straight A's, you can skip a grade
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as in spicy
hinting at or intended to call to mind matters regarded as indecent
a telltale smirk suggested that there was something off about his parting shot
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as in to assassinate
to put to death deliberately
the hit man was rumored to have offed at least three people in the last year alone
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Recent Examples of off
Aly Walansky, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2025
The best deals, up to 40% off, are offered exclusively to Prime members.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 6 July 2025
Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 June 2025
Tuesday is an off day for both the NBA Finals and the Stanley Cup Final, but new users can still take advantage of the DraftKings promo code offer with every MLB team in action.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 June 2025
Alicia Victoria Lozano, NBC News, 10 Dec. 2024
Even if From does somehow bring Jim back from the dead, its willingness to off him in such a grisly and devastating way marks a new boldness from a series that has been consistent in its willingness to make any outcome feel possible.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 24 Nov. 2024
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Adverb
Thankfully, Amazon's July 4th sales make that a lot easier, as some of my very favorite go-to packables for anti-theft protection and personal safety are now on sale—some as much as 50 percent off.
—Aly Walansky, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2025
The best deals, up to 40% off, are offered exclusively to Prime members.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 6 July 2025
Adjective
Yet Shildt had a relatively rested back end of his bullpen and an off day coming up.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 June 2025
Tuesday is an off day for both the NBA Finals and the Stanley Cup Final, but new users can still take advantage of the DraftKings promo code offer with every MLB team in action.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 June 2025
Verb
One member is a killer and attempts to off the other crewmates.
—Alicia Victoria Lozano, NBC News, 10 Dec. 2024
Even if From does somehow bring Jim back from the dead, its willingness to off him in such a grisly and devastating way marks a new boldness from a series that has been consistent in its willingness to make any outcome feel possible.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 24 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for off
Adverb
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Alaina Chou, commerce writer, liked that the tight bubbles were sustained before fading gracefully away.—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
7 July 2025
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Water levels can rise rapidly and sweep children away.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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However, according to the Baseball Rules Academy, the umpires got the call wrong.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
5 July 2025
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One of the company’s big assumptions about the phone had turned out to be wrong.—
Verne Kopytoff,
Fortune,
5 July 2025
Adjective
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After lying dormant for years, the match was revived in NXT by Triple H, becoming a popular annual event for the brand.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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In fact, the trade market was surprisingly dormant league-wide after widespread anticipation that a hectic two nights were in store.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
26 June 2025
Adjective
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In numerous replies and posts, Grok wrote messaged that glorified Adolf Hitler, attached stereotypes to users with Jewish surnames and spread erroneous conspiracy theories about the role of Jewish people in government, commerce and media.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
10 July 2025
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Because of erroneous information on the website for the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST), a story published July 6 on Page A1 incorrectly reported that former San Jose police officer George Brown’s police license with the state had been taken off suspension.—
Bay Area News Group,
Mercury News,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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The local government of the small and far-from-wealthy hometown of Pope Leo XIV has voted to acquire the former Robert Prevost’s childhood home as a future museum.—
Howard Husock,
National Review,
12 July 2025
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While the headline-grabbing CEOs are interesting, hearing the stories of smaller companies is absolutely fascinating.—
Toni Fitzgerald,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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Produced by Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery in Nashville, Belle Meade Bourbon is a high-rye bourbon that offers a rich and spicy profile.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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On Thursday, July 10, the beloved Snack Wrap — available in spicy and ranch varieties — returns.—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
27 June 2025
Verb
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Israel has also assassinated much of the terror organization’s top leadership.—
Oren Liebermann,
CNN Money,
12 July 2025
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The judge presiding over the case of Ryan Routh, the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump, has released a letter that the suspect sent to the court.—
Peter Aitken
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
Adverb
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While that’s down from 88% in 2024, these same folks feel less prepared across all six areas Accenture surveyed.—
Sumeet Salwan,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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These styles can be dressed up or down for any itinerary, and they’re elevated enough for even the most fashionable destinations.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
1 July 2025
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“Off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/off. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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