come off
B1 neutral intransitive both
In simple words
to come away, happen well, or seem in a certain way
Literal meaning: to move away from the surface of something
Meanings
1 A2 neutral
to become detached from something
"One of the handles came off the suitcase."
Grammar: inseparable
2 B2
idiomatic
neutral
to happen successfully or as planned
"The festival came off despite the rain."
Grammar: inseparable
3 B2
idiomatic
neutral
to make a particular impression on others
"He came off as rude, although he was just nervous."
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
Common in both literal and figurative uses. It is frequent in spoken English and can also describe how words or behavior are received.
Commonly used with
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Forms
Base
come off
I/you/we/they
3rd person
comes off
he/she/it
Past simple
came off
yesterday
Past participle
come off
have + pp
-ing form
coming off
continuous
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