Shove off

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verb

To leave or go away from a place.

I told him to shove off because I was busy.
Visual representation of "shove off" - To leave or go away from a place

Often appears as...

  • shove off now
  • shove off quickly

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Visual representation of "shove off"
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Informal Use

Used among friends or peers, might be rude in formal situations.

Illustration for Informal Use
When the meeting dragged on, Joe whispered to me, 'Let's shove off.'
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Impolite Command

Can sound commanding and dismissive if not used carefully with acquaintances.

Illustration for Impolite Command
The street performer became annoyed and told the heckler to shove off.
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Suggesting Urgency

Often implies the need to leave quickly or immediately.

Illustration for Suggesting Urgency
Hearing the sirens, we decided it was best to shove off now.
Visual representation of the word "Shove off"

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