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to work off
[phrase form: work]
01
to actively make effort to make something disappear
Examples
We need to work off the negative perceptions by demonstrating improvement.
She worked the stress off by going for a long run.
02
to burn calories by physical activity especially after consuming a substantial amount of food
Examples
He needs to work those extra calories off by going for a run.
After the feast, they decided to work the excess off at the gym.
03
to decrease the amount of money owed either by earning money to repay it or working directly for the owed party
Examples
Can you work off the borrowed amount by completing tasks for the lender?
Working off the financial obligation, she dedicated extra hours to freelance work to expedite the repayment process.
