put off
Example Sentences
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She was worried at first that viewers would be put off by Alice’s severity.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
The segment, still dominated today by Japanese firms, has won new popularity in recent years among customers put off by high prices for pure EVs and expensive fuel.
From Barron's ● Aug. 12, 2026
The rise in mortgage rates following heightened tensions in the Middle East continued to put off home buyers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 11, 2026
Congress still should act as soon as possible, of course, since solving Social Security’s finances becomes more expensive the longer it’s put off.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 6, 2026
“Well, I don’t suppose we can put off a trip to Diagon Alley much longer now you’ve got these,” sighed Mrs. Weasley, looking down Ron’s booklist.
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
