right off

adverb

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: right away

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he had just gotten married when he was shipped right off to war
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All around, snagging these spectacular buds for less than $190 is a steal right off the shelf. — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 14 Aug. 2026 The Dolphins’ preseason opener against the Commanders on Friday at Northwest Stadium might present a dress rehearsal right off the bat for this new-look roster. — David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2026 The railroad station is located right off Highway 101, which runs through Rockaway Beach and puts plenty of shops and eateries within easy reach. — Molly Allen, Travel + Leisure, 10 Aug. 2026 Susac fouled a pitch right off his left knee in the bottom of the fifth and instantly fell to the ground in pain. — Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 9 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for right off

Word History

First Known Use

1771, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of right off was in 1771

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“Right off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/right%20off. Accessed 18 Aug. 2026.

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