took off
Example Sentences
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The team "took off this evening for Mexico to participate in the World Cup after" training in Turkey, it said.
From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026
Phillies left fielder Brandon Marsh tried to steal second in the second inning, but he took off too early.
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026
The two wrestled, but the man broke free, hit the gas and took off.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
When change happens quickly, like it did when Clark’s wife took off in the night, it can be near-impossible to grapple with.
From Salon • May 30, 2026
Shoving aside a stack of unfinished drawings, he placed the box in the center of his desk and took off the lid.
From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville
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