Push off

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phrasal verb

To start a journey or leave a place, usually by a boat or a person on a bike or skateboard.

They pushed off at dawn and began their journey.
Visual representation of "push off" - To start a journey or leave a place, usually by a boat or a person on a bike or skateboard.

Often appears as...

  • push off at dawn
  • push off the dock
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Journey Initiation

Refers to the physical action of moving away from a starting point, often used metaphorically.

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Inspired, the young poet pushed off into a realm of new ideas.
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Travel Context

Commonly used to describe small watercraft or individual-based transportation starting a trip.

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The kayaker pushed off from the shore and into the calm river.
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