Phrase guide

fire off

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To perform (a task) rapidly, often unexpectedly.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • No sooner had I replied to his first question, than he fired off another one.
  • When I had read the article, I immediately fired off a letter to the editor.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: toss off

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To discharge from a firearm.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • The nervous soldier fired off a few more rounds into the darkness.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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