work off

verb

worked off; working off; works off

transitive verb

: to dispose of or get rid of by work or activity

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Defensive linemen Ashton Gillotte (hamstring) and Omarr Norman-Lott (ACL) — who remains on the active/Physically Unable to Perform list — worked off to the side. — Kansas City Star, 3 Aug. 2026 Searching for in-line tight ends Greg Dulcich is in the running to become Willis’ favorite target, but the fifth-year tight end has primarily worked off the line during his career. — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026 Tuipulotu, who was a full participant in minicamp, did individual work off to the side during Wednesday’s practice and was in general workout attire rather than in a helmet, jersey and football pants like his teammates. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2026 Human error was involved, but Flock cameras working off the company’s AI tech compounded everything at an exponential rate. — Joel Feder, The Drive, 29 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for work off

Word History

First Known Use

1618, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of work off was in 1618

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“Work off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20off. Accessed 11 Aug. 2026.

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