verb
Meaning 1
To skive; to fail to attend school when required to do so.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Phrase guide
sag off
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verb
Meaning 2
To back off from an opponent against whom one is defending.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: ball-games, basketball, games, hobbies, lacrosse, lifestyle, sports
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verb
Meaning 3
To move too far leeward when sailing on the wind.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: nautical, transport
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verb
Meaning 4
To fall in share price.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: business, finance, stock-market
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verb
Meaning 5
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see sag, off.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- His trousers were sagging off his legs.
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History
Etymology
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