fire off
The phrase "fire off" can describe both discharging a weapon and quickly sending a message.
Definition
B2Military
(technical)To discharge a firearm or other weapon.
Example
- The soldier fired off several rounds during the training exercise.
B2Communication
(informal)To send a message or communication quickly.
Example
- She fired off an urgent email to her boss.
B2General
(informal)To start or initiate something abruptly or energetically.
Example
- He fired off the project with great enthusiasm.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "fire off":
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