Head off

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verb

To leave from one place to move to another.

After bidding farewell to his friends, he headed off to his new city.
Visual representation of "head off" - To leave from one place to move to another

Often appears as...

  • head off to
  • head off for
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Visual representation of "head off"
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Starting Journeys

Use 'head off' when talking about the beginning of a trip or movement.

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They headed off on their road trip at dawn.
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Informal Contexts

'Head off' is casual, suitable for everyday conversation, not formal events.

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I need to head off to work now, see you!
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Direction Implied

The phrase often implies moving in a specific direction or towards a destination.

Illustration for Direction Implied
She headed off towards the mountains.
Visual representation of the word "Head off"

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