DASHING (OFF) Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

dashing (off)

verb

Definition of dashing (off)

present participle of dash (off)

as in thinking (up)

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Consumer payments and subscriptions remain the core of the business, contributing 85% to 90% of revenue across the forecast period, with subscriptions already making up 60% to 70% of viewer spend.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Aug. 2026
From female directors making up 18-19 percent of film production to more than 30 percent.

— Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 23 July 2026

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