English Idiom · Intermediate
shoot off
To leave quickly
Pronunciation: say shoot off
Meaning
To leave quickly.
Example
I have to shoot off: my interview starts in under an hour.
I have to shoot off: my interview starts in under an hour.
Practice tips
- Practice shoot off out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English idiom is for intermediate-level learners.