Phrasal Verb - going off (phrasal verb)
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.Definition
- To explode or start suddenly and unexpectedly, often in a violent or destructive way.
- To begin or start something, often an alarm or warning system.
- To forget or fail to remember something important.
- To be sexually aroused or excited.
- To become overly emotional or angry.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | The fireworks went off with a bang. |
| 2 | The car alarm went off in the middle of the night. |
| 3 | I forgot my anniversary and my wife went off on me. |
| 4 | I was surprised when I went off during the presentation. |
| 5 | The crowd went off when the lead singer appeared on stage. |
| 6 | The smell of fresh bread going off in the oven is unbearable. |
| 7 | My anger went off the charts when I saw the damage. |
| 8 | The baby started crying and the parents were both on edge, waiting for it to go off again. |
| 9 | I'm sorry, I must have gone off on the wrong foot with you. |
| 10 | The tension between the two teams went off the charts during the game. |