take off after

Example Sentences

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My career started to take off after I appeared in “Red Heat” and “Cocktail,” both in 1988.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 10, 2026

Porsha’s long hair had been braided, and anytime the toddler saw a woman with braids from afar, he would take off after her, shouting, “That’s mommy!”

From Salon • Nov. 25, 2024

"I've always said this team is going to take off after the World Cup."

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2024

Companies face increasing pressure from staff, state regulators and worker advocates to expand the time employees can take off after the death of a loved one.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 15, 2023

She was jogging with her dog when the dog decided to take off after a bird.

From "Miracle's Boys" by Jacqueline Woodson