goes, went, gone, going
to go off
phrasal verbC
To leave a place or start a journey
- 1She went off to college last year.
- 2He went off to find some help.
This means a person moves away from where they are. For example, someone stands up and walks out of a room, or a bus starts moving from the station. It is when someone or something begins to travel or is no longer in the same place.
People often say "go off" when someone leaves a group to do something else, like "She went off to get some coffee."
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waiting for public transportation
Catching the Morning Bus
Edward
I think the bus is about to arrive soon.
Susan
Great! I need to go off to the city center for a meeting.
Edward
I hope you have a productive day.
Susan
Thanks, Edward! See you later.
on the green
Early Tee Time Departure
Frank
I think it's time for us to go off if we want to catch the sunrise.
Jennifer
You're right, the early morning light is perfect for our game.
Frank
Let's grab our clubs and head out.
Jennifer
Great, I'll meet you by the cart.
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Similar to "to go off":
- 1depart
- 2leave
to go off meanings: