hang off

Example Sentences

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"There are leeches literally everywhere. The leeches are not only on the floor, but these leeches climb trees, they hang off the trees and then drop on you to suck your blood."

From BBC • Nov. 9, 2023

For Abidi, a tall man in clothes that hang off his frame, it marked a sad chapter for India’s Muslims.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 18, 2023

If anything, his success makes failure hang off Henry's shoulders with a glaring shapelessness.

From Salon • Feb. 23, 2023

Because they might also have to hang off a horse and fire arrows while they are speaking perfect Elvish, said McPherson.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2023

He’s too tall for the bed he’s in, and his feet hang off the side.

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland