Phrasal Verb - Shaving Off

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Definition

To remove a small amount of something, often metaphorically, by gradual degrees, usually to improve a situation or appearance. This phrasal verb can also be used literally to mean removing hair by shaving.

Examples

No.	Example
1	He shaved off a few pounds by sticking to a strict diet and exercise regimen.
2	The team shaved off valuable seconds from their lap time by making adjustments to their strategy.
3	She shaved off a year from her age to surprise her husband on their anniversary.
4	The sculptor shaved off small bits of stone to create a lifelike statue.
5	He shaved off his beard to look more professional for the job interview.
6	The coach shaved off valuable minutes from the team's warm-up routine.
7	She shaved off her legs for the first time, feeling a sense of liberation.
8	The gardener shaved off dead leaves from the plant to promote new growth.
9	The detective shaved off a few days from the timeline to catch the suspect.
10	He shaved off his mustache, deciding it didn't suit him.