blast off

Example Sentences

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With a new crew of astronauts set to blast off for the station as soon as next week, some of those who have helped the station from the ground are nostalgic about its looming demise.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

The US space agency wants the rocket to blast off before the end of April.

From BBC • Jan. 9, 2026

When it gets too exciting, stars can blast off violent storms, where they push hot, soup-like plasma into space.

From Space Scoop • Nov. 28, 2025

There is, at all times, a prominent undercurrent of confidence that keeps “Caught Stealing” humming in neutral, ready to rev its engines and blast off again.

From Salon • Aug. 29, 2025

Jason tips his head down, looking under his eyebrows at me, like he’s expecting me to blast off on a wild, chatty detour.

From "Rules" by Cynthia Lord