Blow off

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verb

To ignore someone or not meet someone when you said you would.

He's really upset because you told him you'd go to the concert with him but blew him off.
Visual representation of "blow off" - To ignore someone or not meet someone when you said you would.

Often appears as...

  • blow someone off
  • blow off a meeting

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Politeness Level

Using 'blow off' in this context can sound rude or harsh — best for casual conversations.

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Is Jake mad I blew him off last night?
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Not Intentional

Sometimes 'blow off' is used when missing an event unintentionally or forgetfully.

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I didn't mean to blow off your birthday party.
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Conflict Avoidance

It may be used to avoid someone without direct confrontation.

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She blew off her ex at the party.
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