make off
The phrasal verb 'make off' is often used to describe a quick departure, sometimes with an element of escaping or stealing.
Definition
B2General
(informal)To leave quickly, often to escape.
Example
- The thief made off before the police arrived.
- As soon as the bell rang, the students made off to their next class.
B2General
(informal, British)To steal something and leave quickly.
Example
- The robbers made off with the cash and jewelry.
- Someone made off with my bike while I was in the store.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "make off":
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