Removing or Separating (Off)

to become detached due to an explosion or a strong force

As the bomb detonated, the doors of the warehouse blew off with a deafening sound.

to remove something through the process of boiling

The alcohol boiled off during the cooking process, leaving a rich sauce.

(of a path or road) to split into another direction, creating a separate route

The highway branches off into smaller roads leading to nearby towns.

to use force to separate one thing from another

The sculptor broke off a chunk of clay for shaping.

to use a flame to remove something

The gardener had to burn off the old leaves to make room for new growth.

to cut or remove something, usually with a quick and forceful action

The chef decided to chop off the vegetable ends before preparing the dish.

to remove something from a surface, area, etc. and make it clean

After the picnic, they used a brush to clear off the crumbs from the blanket.

(of a portion or piece) to become detached or separated from a larger whole

The plaque on the wall came off after years of wear and tear.

to use a sharp object like scissors or a knife on something to remove a piece from its edge or ends

Before assembling the model, he used a hobby knife to cut off the excess plastic from the parts.

to forcefully or quickly remove something

She flung off her coat and scarf as she entered the warm house.

to separate a part of a business, organization, or group to create a new, independent entity

The company decided to hive off its software division into a separate subsidiary.

to dismiss employees due to financial difficulties or reduced workload

The company laid off 10% of its workforce due to financial losses.

to cut or remove something, especially in a quick or forceful manner

The gardener decided to lop off the overgrown branches to improve the tree's shape.

to group into sets of two

For the next activity, everyone should pair off with a partner.

to quickly and sharply remove something

He picked the sticker off his new book.

to divide a space or area using a partition, wall, or similar barrier

They decided to partition off a corner of the large room to create a private office space.

to successfully achieve or accomplish something

Despite the challenges, they managed to pull off the event.

to tear or remove something by force

He accidentally ripped off the button from his shirt while rushing.

to remove a specific item from a larger group

He separated off the unique collectibles from the rest of the items for a separate auction.

to physically remove something by shaking

The hiker tried to shake off the mud from his boots before entering the cabin.

to leave a group or political party because of differences

Recognizing irreconcilable differences, they made the difficult decision to split the band off and pursue solo careers.

to remove a piece of clothing or accessory from your or another's body

After a long day at work, I like to take off my high heels.

to eliminate something unwanted or challenging

I need to throw off these old clothes and make space in my closet.

to remove something, like dirt or stains, using water or cleaning products

The cleaning solution was specifically formulated to wash off stubborn stains from fabrics.

to remove clothing or covering quickly or completely

After coming in from the rain, he quickly stripped off his wet clothes.