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went off

VERB

explode

Synonyms

STRONGEST

blow blow up burst detonate happen occur take place

WEAK

befall discharge fire mushroom pass

Antonyms

WEAK

arrive come enter

VERB

leave

Synonyms

STRONGEST

depart quit

WEAK

decamp exit go away move out part

Antonyms

STRONGEST

come continue stay

WEAK

arrive enter

Example Sentences

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Hughes was present when Liverpool went off to a chorus of boos against Chelsea earlier this month - a clear sign that the fanbase was turning.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Brandy Pinkerton, 44, had a child while she was a teenager so didn’t get a chance to travel until her son went off to college.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

I know that being a candidate has rescued you from anonymity after your career in reality TV went off a cliff.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

"He then went off to try and find aspirins at the far end of the clubhouse - and collapsed."

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Little sparks went off in my head as I narrowed my eyes at Mr. Haber.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu