Phrasal Verb - pushing off
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.Definition
- To start a journey, usually by leaving a place or beginning an activity.
- To postpone or delay something, often because of an unwelcome or unexpected situation.
- To force or make someone move or leave a place, often using physical force.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | They pushed off from the dock just as the sun was rising. |
| 2 | I had to push off my presentation until next week due to unexpected circumstances. |
| 3 | The teacher had to push off a student who was disrupting the class. |
| 4 | We need to push off early to make it to the airport on time. |
| 5 | I'm surprised you could push off your exam until next semester. |
| 6 | Can you push off the meeting until Friday? I have a family emergency. |
| 7 | He pushed off the wall to gain more momentum in the pool. |
| 8 | The sailboat pushed off from the pier and began to sail. |
| 9 | The manager asked me to push off my vacation until after the project deadline. |
| 10 | She pushed off her boyfriend when he tried to kiss her |
