peel off
The phrase 'peel off' can describe various actions involving removal or separation, often in layers or groups.
Definition
B2General
To remove an outer layer or covering from something.
Example
- She peeled off her wet jacket after coming inside.
B2Group Movement
To separate from a group or formation, often moving to the side.
Example
- One by one, the cyclists peeled off from the main pack.
C1Aeronautics
(technical)To veer away from a formation of airplanes, typically for landing or diving.
Example
- The jets peeled off for their descent.
B2Driving
(informal)To leave or turn off a road, often onto a different path.
Example
- We peeled off the main road onto a scenic route.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "peel off":
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