Starting, Succeeding, or Allowing (Off)
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to successfully accomplish a goal or manage to do something difficult
The rescue team brought off the daring mission, saving all stranded climbers.
View Full Definitionto handle or manage something, often perceived as difficult or challenging, successfully or with confidence
Despite his nerves, he carried the speech off in front of a large audience.
View Full Definitionto start something with a rapid and successful beginning
She was determined to make her singing career jump off with a memorable performance.
View Full Definitionto cause something to begin, particularly initiating an event or process
To kick off the project, they held a brainstorming session with the entire team.
View Full Definitionto initiate something, especially a process, event, or discussion
The president led off the ceremony with a speech.
View Full Definitionto not punish someone for a wrongdoing, or only give them a light punishment
The parent let the child off for breaking a vase, understanding that it was an accident and not a deliberate act of mischief.
View Full Definition(of a plan or action) to succeed and have good results
All those hours of studying really paid off during the exam.
View Full Definitionto successfully achieve or accomplish something
Despite the challenges, they managed to pull off the event.
View Full Definitionto make something operate, especially by accident
Please don't set off the car alarm while I'm inside; the keys are on the seat.
View Full Definitionto write the final message at the end of the letter or email that counts as one's signature
After sharing the latest news, Mary signed off her email with warm regards and well-wishes.
View Full Definitionto start an action or reaction
His speech unintentionally sparked off a heated debate among the participants.
View Full Definitionto begin to act, happen, etc. in a particular manner
The event started off with an inspiring speech from the keynote speaker.
View Full Definitionto make something start or happen by pushing a button, saying something, or causing a reaction
She triggered off the alarm accidentally while trying to unlock the door.
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