comes, came, come, coming
to come off
phrasal verb
To become detached or separated from something
- 1The button came off my shirt.
- 2The wheel came off the bike.
When something comes off, it means it becomes disconnected or removed from something else. For example, if a button comes off your shirt, it means the button has become detached from the shirt.
Remember that "come off" can also be used figuratively to describe someone's behavior or attitude changing suddenly. For example, if someone comes off as rude, it means they are perceived as being impolite.
at a government office
The Loose Button
Melissa
Oh no, my coat button just came off while I was waiting in line.
Christopher
That's unfortunate. Do you have a needle and thread with you?
Melissa
No, I didn't think I'd need one today.
Christopher
I have a small sewing kit in my bag. Let me help you with that.
in a toy store
The Missing Wheel
Elizabeth
Oh no, the wheel has come off this toy car.
Ashley
That's unfortunate. It must have been loose.
Elizabeth
Do you think we can fix it ourselves?
Ashley
Let's ask someone here for help.
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Similar to "to come off":
- 1detach
- 2separate