TAKEOFFS Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

takeoffs

noun

plural of takeoff

as in launches

a rising from a surface at the start of a flight (as of a rocket) make sure your tray table is safely put away during takeoff

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a work that imitates and exaggerates another work for comic effect a sitcom that's a takeoff of an old TV show from the 1960s

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Recent Examples of takeoffs The hybrid design pairs a stretchy, breathable upper with springy cushioning designed for explosive takeoffs. — Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Aug. 2026 Over time, the stress of takeoffs and landings can lead to cracking near door corners. — Kris Van Cleave, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026 Designed for short fields Unlike conventional regional aircraft, the EL9 relies on hybrid-electric propulsion and blown-lift technology to achieve extremely short takeoffs and landings. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 15 July 2026 The aircraft will offer a new Autobrake system, too, increasing safety and comfort during takeoffs and landings. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 15 July 2026 These airfield signs are used by pilots to confirm the plane is lined up with the appropriate runway during takeoffs and landings. — Claire Harutunian, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2026 Residents, teachers, and students experience frequent noise disruption from takeoffs, landings, and taxiing operations. — Janet Handal, New York Daily News, 13 July 2026 Before the state’s seizure, Miami-Dade operated the airport for quick landings and takeoffs for pilots needing the touchdowns for licensing purposes. — Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026 The engine mounts were closely inspected following the November crash, and going forward the spherical bearings will be replaced regularly, after every 4,000 cycles of takeoffs and landings. — ABC News, 1 July 2026

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The vast majority of SpaceX's launches this year — at the moment, 74 of them — have been devoted to building out the Starlink megaconstellation, which currently consists of nearly 11,000 operational satellites.

— Mike Wall, Space.com, 19 Aug. 2026
This expansion follows successful product launches and previous marketing efforts.

— John Archer, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026

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The goofy sketch comedies and homemade spoofs that once filled his channel gradually disappeared, replaced by melancholy short films and bleak monologues.

— Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 27 June 2026
But given the current box office sensations of Obsession and Backrooms, Tiddes certainly wishes the timing had allowed for spoofs of those horror movies.

— Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 17 June 2026

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