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Phrasal Verb - Sending Off

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To cause someone or something to start a journey, often with a ceremony or celebration.
  2. To officially end or dismiss something, such as a meeting or project.

Examples​

No.Example
1The townspeople sent off the soldiers with a grand farewell ceremony.
2After years of hard work, the team finally sent off their project to the client.
3My parents sent me off to college with a big hug and words of encouragement.
4The company sent off their newest product with a launch event.
5The bride and groom were sent off with cheers and confetti.
6The captain sent off the lifeboats during the storm.
7The school sent off its top students to prestigious universities.
8The committee sent off the report to the board of directors.
9The family sent off their pet bird with a heavy heart.
10The manager sent off the late email with a sigh of relief

Phrasal Verb - setting off

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. To begin a journey or an activity.
  2. To cause something, especially a reaction or an event, to start or happen.
  3. To leave a place, especially in a vehicle.
  4. To detonate a bomb or other explosive device.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'll be setting off early in the morning to catch my flight.
2The teacher set off a lively debate in the classroom.
3The race car drivers set off from the starting line.
4The fireworks were set off to celebrate Independence Day.
5The bomb was set off by the terrorists.
6The smell of fresh coffee set off my appetite.
7The sight of the sunset set off a wave of emotions.
8The announcement set off a stampede.
9The news of his promotion set off a round of applause.
10The sound of the alarm set off my anxiety.