head off

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

It is important and inspirational and hopefully encourages others to pick up their pens or head off to do some crate digging or other cultural archeology.

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

New medical guidelines aim to head off damage early with lifestyle changes, screening tests and medication.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Samar shares the popular view that for every senior official "they've reportedly assigned three to seven successors. Like a hydra - you cut one head off, another grows back. They won't surrender any time soon."

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

Only 39, he took up the role with gusto, launching into an anti-crime drive that proved popular with the electorate but not enough to keep his head off the chopping block.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

He watched them head off in another direction and considered finding a new position with his men.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson