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to leave off
[phrase form: leave]
01
to conclude or cease, often in an abrupt or incomplete manner
Intransitive: to leave off | to leave off with sth
02
to exclude someone or something from a list, consideration, or selection
Transitive: to leave off sb/sth
03
to discontinue the use or consumption of something
Transitive: to leave off sue or consumption of something
04
to discontinue an activity, either temporarily or permanently
Intransitive
Transitive: to leave off an activity
leave off
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Example
The scientist's groundbreaking research left off with a promising discovery, paving the way for future advancements.
The game left off in a tense moment, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the next match.
The meeting left off with a sense of urgency, as the team was tasked with completing a critical project by the end of the week.
The story leaves off with the protagonist facing an uncertain future, leaving readers eager for the sequel.
The company left off several qualified candidates from the interview process due to biases and prejudices.
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