take off

Example Sentences

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The French wanted a "small, light fighter" that could take off from its Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier, whereas the Germans wanted a bigger jet that could offer "air superiority", said Rusi's Christoph Bergs.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

But the industry has struggled to take off.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

But the sector has struggled to take off, bogged down by high costs and low investments.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

“I say resoundingly yes — and it will take off very quickly in 2029.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

“I didn’t want to take off my mittens to look at my phone.”

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows