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View definitions for come off

come off

verb as in transpire

noun as in evasive statement

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The real trick here was not performed by Geller, but by Carson, who deftly played the role of generous host, making something that could easily have seemed cruel come off as kind.

Douglas came off the bench to a huge ovation, but Storti scored almost immediately.

From BBC

The FDA does have the authority to regulate the chemicals that come off of food packaging and can find their way into food, and Kennedy could prioritize that, Cook said.

The Rams are coming off an embarrassing 23-15 defeat by the Miami Dolphins.

"England come off two narrow defeats, but the quality of their performances was good in both matches, so we know the size of the challenge," he added.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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