whisk off
The phrase "whisk off" conveys a sense of quick and often unexpected action, commonly used in both literal and figurative contexts.
Definition
B2General
(common)To move someone or something away quickly and suddenly.
Example
- He was whisked off to the hospital without delay.
- The police whisked off the suspect before the crowd could react.
B2Travel
(romantic, informal)To take someone on a surprise romantic trip.
Example
- For our anniversary, she whisked me off to a secluded cabin in the mountains.
- He loves to whisk her off on spontaneous weekend getaways.
B1Household
(informal)To brush or sweep something off a surface quickly.
Example
- She whisked off the crumbs from the table before setting down the new dish.
- He whisked off the dust from the old bookshelf.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "whisk off":
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