English

take off

teɪk ɑːf
Meaning: to leave the ground and start flying; to remove something (clothing)
Part of Speech: Verb

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base take off
3rd person singular present takes off
Present participle taking off
Past took off
Will future will take off
Going-to future going to take off
Imperative negative don't take off / do not take off

Example sentences

The plane is going to take off soon.
The plane is going to take off soon.
Please turn off your electronic device before the flight takes off.
Please turn off your electronic device before the flight takes off.
Please make sure your seat belt is securely fastened before the plane takes off.
Please make sure your seat belt is securely fastened before the plane takes off.
It is customary to take off your shoes when entering a house in Japan.
It is customary to take off your shoes when entering a house in Japan.

Usage Notes

Mainly used for aircraft leaving the ground or for removing items of clothing. Can also mean to become successful quickly or to take time away from work.

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