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to start off
[phrase form: start]
01
to begin to act, happen, etc. in a particular manner
Intransitive: to start off | to start off with sth
Example
The event started off with an inspiring speech from the keynote speaker.
The workshop started off with an introduction to the basic concepts of the subject.
The project will start off once the necessary approvals are obtained.
02
to begin a journey or movement
Intransitive: to start off somewhere | to start off point in time
Example
We will start off early in the morning to avoid traffic on our road trip.
The hikers plan to start off at the trailhead and reach the summit by midday.
To explore the city, we decided to start off from the main square.
03
to begin the early stages of a period of one's life or profession, often a significant period
Transitive: to start off a period of life or profession
Example
She started off her artistic journey by experimenting with different mediums and exploring various art forms.
He started his retirement off by traveling the world and pursuing his long-held passions.
The company started off its expansion by establishing a strong online presence and targeting new markets.
04
to assist someone in initiating an activity or a task
Transitive: to start off sb
Example
She started off her new colleague by explaining the project requirements and providing relevant documents.
He started off the interns by assigning them small tasks to familiarize them with the work environment.
The teacher started off the students by giving them a clear outline of the assignment and offering examples for reference.
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