work off

The phrase 'work off' involves reducing or eliminating something through effort, often physical, and is commonly used in both literal and figurative contexts.

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Definition

B2Health and Fitness

(common)To lose weight or burn calories through physical activity.

Example

  • She works off the extra calories by jogging every morning.

B2Financial

(common)To repay a debt by doing labor instead of paying money.

Example

  • He worked off his debt by painting houses for the lender.

B2Emotional

(common)To reduce or eliminate an undesirable feeling by engaging in an activity.

Example

  • She worked off her anger by going for a long walk.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "work off":

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