Dash off

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verb

To quickly write something such as a note, letter, or message.

She dashed off a quick note to say thank you.
Visual representation of "dash off" - To quickly write something such as a note, letter, or message

Often appears as...

  • dash off a note
  • dash off a letter
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Visual representation of "dash off"
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Quick Writing

Use 'dash off' to describe writing done in a very quick, informal manner, often without much planning.

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I'll dash off an email before we leave.
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Not Detailed

'Dash off' suggests the writing is brief and to the point, without elaborate details.

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Just dash off a shopping list; we're in a hurry.
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Impromptu

The phrase can imply that the writing is done spontaneously, often in response to an unforeseen need.

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She dashed off a memo to address the sudden changes.
Visual representation of the word "Dash off"

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