shoot off
The phrase 'shoot off' is commonly used in informal contexts to describe quick actions, such as leaving suddenly or sending a message rapidly.
Definition
B2General
(colloquial)To leave or depart quickly and suddenly.
Example
- I have to shoot off now, my meeting starts in ten minutes.
B2Communication
(idiomatic)To send a message or communication quickly and without much thought.
Example
- She shot off an email to her boss before leaving the office.
C1Television Production
(technical)To accidentally capture something outside the intended filming area.
Example
- The cameraman shot off the set, revealing the crew members in the background.
C1Competitions
(technical)A final contest to determine the winner, especially in shooting sports.
Example
- The match ended in a shoot-off to decide the gold medalist.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "shoot off":
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