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to stand off
[phrase form: stand]
01
to prevent a potential attacker from approaching by taking on a defensive posture
02
to remain at a certain distance away from something or someone
03
to let go of a worker, whether temporarily or permanently, due to a lack of available work
04
to move one's watercraft away from the sea coast
Example
The security guards were trained to stand off any intruders with a strong and assertive presence.
The hikers were instructed on how to stand off any aggressive wildlife encounters by making themselves appear larger.
The restaurant had to stand off some staff during the slow winter months when customer traffic was significantly reduced.
In the offseason, the construction industry often stands off workers until new projects begin.
The security guard asked the crowd to stand off the premises.
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