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as in happening
to take place
couldn't believe that the wedding would actually come off—they've been "just dating" for years
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as in succeeding
to turn out as planned or desired
the attempted revival of the city's downtown never really came off, and even more stores eventually closed
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Recent Examples of coming off
Tipping — who, prior to HIM, was a contender for Marvel Studios’ Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings — was coming off a steady output of television at the time of his HIM pitch.
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Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 18 Sep. 2025
Rogen is coming off his first-ever Emmy wins for The Studio, which landed the top Outstanding Comedy Series honor, as well as Lead Actor in a Comedy Series, and Writing and Directing, all for Rogen.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2025
In addition, both teams are coming off their most impressive wins of the season.
—Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 18 Sep. 2025
Keller is coming off a thrilling overtime victory over Justin Northwest.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Sep. 2025
Schwarber won't come cheap, but the Red Sox have money to spend and could have even more coming off the books.
—Tim Crowley, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
Ranked ninth nationally in the FCS, UCD (1-1) is coming off a bye week, and the Aggies take on a Thunderbirds program familiar to longtime coaches and fans.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Silva is coming off a dominant performance at UFC 314, submitting Bryce Mitchell in the second round.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Both teams are coming off disappointing defeats.
—Jim Reineking, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 18 Sep. 2025
Rogen is coming off his first-ever Emmy wins for The Studio, which landed the top Outstanding Comedy Series honor, as well as Lead Actor in a Comedy Series, and Writing and Directing, all for Rogen.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2025
In addition, both teams are coming off their most impressive wins of the season.
—Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 18 Sep. 2025
Keller is coming off a thrilling overtime victory over Justin Northwest.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Sep. 2025
Schwarber won't come cheap, but the Red Sox have money to spend and could have even more coming off the books.
—Tim Crowley, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
Ranked ninth nationally in the FCS, UCD (1-1) is coming off a bye week, and the Aggies take on a Thunderbirds program familiar to longtime coaches and fans.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Silva is coming off a dominant performance at UFC 314, submitting Bryce Mitchell in the second round.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Both teams are coming off disappointing defeats.
—Jim Reineking, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coming off
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There's a productivity revolution happening right now, and generative AI is at its center.—
Rupesh Dabbir,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Analysts noted important differences in the spectacle of the military parade in Beijing and the current exercises happening with the US and its allies.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
16 Sep. 2025
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Currently Kering’s deputy CEO in charge of brand development, Bellettini was seated next to Cantino at a press briefing in March when Demna, the Georgian designer who had revved up Balenciaga, was revealed as Gucci’s next creative director, succeeding Sabato De Sarno.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
14 Sep. 2025
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Lagarde has herself been president of the European Central Bank since 2019, succeeding Draghi.—
David Doty,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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While some employers still rely on typical benchmarks like degrees or titles, this talent strategy has helped the Hawks close workforce gaps and prepare for the surprises coming down the court.—
Ryan Stowers,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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The feeling on Wall Street is that this implies higher inflation is coming down the pipeline.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
15 Aug. 2025
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Over the last five years, the Wisconsin State Patrol gave out over 1,000 tickets every year for drivers going over 100 miles per hour.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Basically, going over there and meeting him, meeting his wife, Judith Thurman was best friends with them, and was also the godmother to the son that Baldwin was godfather too.—
Fiction Non Fiction
August 21,
Literary Hub,
21 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The same goes for its overall profile, though, there’s a lot going on in its front fascia—the side venting is seemingly there for function, but the massive grille is… a lot.—
Peter Nelson,
Forbes.com,
20 Sep. 2025
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Instagram is a good place to check up with Jeff Bezos’ new wife and at least get an idea of what’s going on in her life.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
5 Sep. 2025
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The Atlantic basin may have been quiet going into the peak of hurricane season, but a new storm is expected to develop in the region in the coming days.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
16 Sep. 2025
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Untick this box to stop the process going ahead.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Research shows that new experiences—like stepping outside and encountering a new environment while working out—trigger the brain's reward system.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
8 Sep. 2025
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Things have a way of working out no matter where Stevens plays.—
Matt Le Cren,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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So why are satisfaction rates going down?—
Tomas Gorny,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Hood offered an olive branch to Equity last week to co-operate on the issue but Equity is instead going down the appeals route.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Coming off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coming%20off. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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