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as in to distract
to draw the attention or mind to something else
she was about to tell me the big news when her attention was called off by the arrival of another guest
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as in to cancel
to put an end to (something planned or previously agreed to)
called off the party after half of those invited couldn't make it
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Recent Examples of call off
Court has been called off since, amid the reported meetings with Willis.
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Justin Curto, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2024
My parents called off their massive annual hosting duties and instead arrived at our home with a completely prepared and pack- aged Whole Foods Thanksgiving feast for four: a cooked turkey, the basic roster of surprisingly satisfying sides, and a page of heating instructions.
—Editors Of Bon Appétit, Bon Appétit, 1 Nov. 2024
The two called off their engagement after being together for three years.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 30 Oct. 2024
According to sources, the Hollywood couple has called off their engagement and ended their three-year relationship, per PEOPLE Magazine.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 30 Oct. 2024
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Justin Curto, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2024
My parents called off their massive annual hosting duties and instead arrived at our home with a completely prepared and pack- aged Whole Foods Thanksgiving feast for four: a cooked turkey, the basic roster of surprisingly satisfying sides, and a page of heating instructions.
—Editors Of Bon Appétit, Bon Appétit, 1 Nov. 2024
The two called off their engagement after being together for three years.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 30 Oct. 2024
According to sources, the Hollywood couple has called off their engagement and ended their three-year relationship, per PEOPLE Magazine.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 30 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for call off
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Brace for Impact Schmitt’s getting caught in a storm might have been a red herring to distract us from a bigger tragedy ahead. endings Yesterday at 3:37 p.m.Joe Reid, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
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The result is a work environment where people are distracted, stressed or even fearful of speaking their minds.Stephen Nalley, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2024
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This report comes days after luxury department store chain Saks Fifth Avenue suddenly canceled its annual holiday light show at the brand’s flagship Manhattan building.Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 13 Nov. 2024
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The university canceled all classes scheduled for Monday, when grief counselors will be available for students in the chapel.Mirna Alsharif, NBC News, 10 Nov. 2024
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County staff reported working excessive hours to respond to the volume of board requests, diverting resources away from the county’s students and school districts, according to the report.Molly Gibbs, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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Spirit confirmed in a statement that one of its flights from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to Port-au-Prince, Haiti, was diverted to the Dominican Republic on Monday.Jay Blackman, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
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The story follows the town doctor, Jack Troy, and his daughter, Ronnie, as they are unexpectedly left to care for a baby abandoned on a doorstep.Theara Coleman, theweek, 6 Nov. 2024
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The cost of the U.S. abandoning its traditional allies could be stark.Eric Cortellessa, TIME, 5 Nov. 2024
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Jet lag, the traveler’s bane of existence, can throw off your entire trip.Judy Koutsky, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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When staying in a hotel, these routines may be interrupted and can throw off your body’s preparation for sleep.Anita Bhagwandas, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Oct. 2024
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Yang’s post inspired other employers to speak out about the way savvy job seekers are abusing AI tools—and how some are scrapping their trusty interview questions in favour of a more conversational approach in response.Alena Botros, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2024
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Scheduled to be scrapped in Mexico, it was purchased by undersea design company DEEP.David Szondy, New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2024
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During his first administration, Trump revoked Hong Kong’s special trade status and signed into law legislation authorizing sanctions on Hong Kong and Chinese officials accused of rights abuses.Jennifer Jett, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
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Apple has since revoked the notarization for the malicious program.Michael Kan, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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However, due to not quite understanding what was happening when the race start was aborted, Norris received a reprimand and a fine of €5,000.David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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His lap was aborted, the session ended, and Verstappen was not able to improve from 15th fastest.Kanzah Maktoum, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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“Call off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/call%20off. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.
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