make off

verb

made off; making off; makes off
Synonyms of make offnext

intransitive verb

: to leave in haste
see also:
make off with

Examples of make off in a Sentence

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Cops suspect someone made off with his belongings. — Nicholas Williams, New York Daily News, 16 June 2026 In that incident, he is accused of pistol-whipping a female employee before making off with her keys and wallet. — Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2026 Prosecutors said the duo made off with more than $274,000 in cash, casino chips, designer bags and other property. — Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2026 The new Broadway comedy made off with major hardware at the June 7 ceremony, winning four statuettes including best musical. — Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for make off

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1680, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of make off was circa 1680

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“Make off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/make%20off. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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