off-course

Example Sentences

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While collecting sediment cores from the Cascadia subduction zone off Oregon and northern California, the team accidentally drifted off course.

From Science Daily • May 2, 2026

But when they finally arrive at Titan, the real plot takes over: The ship goes off course and there’s an explosion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Traffic Scotland urged drivers to be prepared for sudden gusts and vehicles veering off course.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Barron’s Roundtable: No matter how much and how well we save, invest, and prepare, we’re often thrown off course when the rules of the game abruptly change.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

“You are off course though. Let me show you our lab.”

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera