Set off on (something) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "set off on (something)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2023-04-14 04:04

Meaning of Set off on (something)

Set off on (something) verb phrase

To make something beginning or happenning, especially an acitivity, event or a series of events

What should I prepare before setting off on a journey across the world?

My teacher set me off on a project on the genetics of eating disorders.

The break-up of his marriage set him off on a journey to find someone he truly loves.

This picture set my father off on a historical narrative of the United States.

Other phrases about:

swing into action
Quickly start working or operating
get down to cases

To start working on something seriously or determinedly; to start doing what needs to be done

(it's) showtime

It's time for something to start.

turn the page
To make a new start after you have been through many difficulties.
set (someone or something) off

1. To anger someone

2. To cause someone begin talking about something at length

3. To cause something to explode

4. To cause something to occur or activate

5. To make something distinct or attractive

6. To reduce something, especially the cost of something

Grammar and Usage of Set off on (something)

The verb "set" must be conjugated according to its tense.
 

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the straw that broke the donkey's back

Used to allude that the last force, problem or burden which is seemingly minor and small causes a person, system or organisation to collapse or fail

Example:

Her husband's violent act last night was the straw that broke the donkey's back and she left him

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