off
- adjective
- /ɔf/
- Well, we all have our off days.
- an off day
- an off night
- an off year
They're saying you are off on on some things in certain respects.
- They're saying you are off on on some things in certain respects.
- It was because Hyland's been so, so off It Yeah, so bad recently.
Examples
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After a series of losses, the team is experiencing an off season this year.
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You know, I must be having an off day.
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I think we just had an off night.
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This is kind of an off day for me.
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Everyone has an off day, Captain.
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I think we're just having an off day.
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At some point in every football season, a team has an off day.
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I'm having an off day.
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My dad's really not a bad guy, but you caught him on an off day.
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Chelsea will hope that today was just an off day due to the lack of fitness of their attacking players.
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Synonyms
Antonyms
Idioms
- Informal
People keep money or wages off official records to avoid taxes and other rules
- Informal
A person who is very like one of their parents in looks or behaviour
- Informal
A situation where previous plans no longer apply and no one knows what will happen
- Informal
Make a very loud, long cry because you feel afraid, excited, or upset
Compounds
- Specialized
Professional small theaters in New York City with fewer than 500 seats that show new or experimental plays
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Removing the value of a debt or asset from accounts when it cannot be paid
A gun with very short barrels that shoots many small metal balls at close range
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A play where the pitcher or catcher throws quickly to tag a runner off base
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The percentage a compound bow's pull drops at full draw, making it easier to hold
A British TV show where amateur bakers compete in weekly baking challenges
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Etymology
Off meaning 'not as usual' comes from the sense 'away from normal'. So if a performance or your day is off, it is moved 'away' from its usual good standard.