take off
Example Sentences
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Gov. Janet Mills entered the race months after Platner and dropped out in April after her campaign failed to take off as Platner drew crowds and enthusiasm.
From Salon ● Jul. 13, 2026
His still largely unchecked dominance will leave many hoping Alcaraz can complete a swift return to full health, after the pair's burgeoning rivalry had begun to take off.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2026
Well, it’s time to take off your home-team jersey, grab your calculator and take our business of sports test.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 12, 2026
The rocket-propelled launch vehicle will not take off from a launch pad.
From Barron's ● Jun. 30, 2026
Josie wanted so badly to take off running in the opposite direction, to get as far away from Max as she could.
From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
