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take (something) off to not work at your job for a period of time. I've decided to take next semester off and travel and write. Jim needs to take off for a little while. See also: take take off 1. to leave the ground and fly. The plane could not take off because of a problem with its fuel tanks. 2. to suddenly succeed. The style really took off among teens. 3. to leave suddenly. When he saw me coming, he took off in the other direction. Etymology: based on the literal meaning of take off (= remove your clothes) See also: take |
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