taking off
Example Sentences
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The tires were shot out to keep the plane from taking off.
From Slate ● Jul. 7, 2026
Rivian’s stock was taking off, jumping 8% shortly after the market open, while Lucid’s stock was down 3%.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 2, 2026
That April, a pilot died after a Cessna crashed alongside the 210 Freeway in Sylmar after taking off from Whiteman Airport.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 16, 2026
An Essex and Herts air ambulance was spotted at the scene on Friday night before taking off.
From BBC ● Jun. 13, 2026
“Off with thy jerkin,” he said, at the same time rising and taking off his own habit.
From "The Door in the Wall" by Marguerite de Angeli
