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sign off

idiom
Meaning

To log off; to stop using a computer, radio, etc.; especially, to stop talking.


Examples
SIMPLE

I am tired, so I will sign off now.

CONTEXTUAL

After finishing the final report, he decided to sign off and enjoy the rest of his evening.

COMPLEX

The radio operator prepared to sign off for the night, having transmitted the last of the urgent messages to the base.

Anchors to
Related idioms6entries
  1. 01

    barber's sign

    A standing pole and two wash-balls, historically used outside barber's shops.

  2. 02

    Indian sign

    A curse causing loss of will power or persistent bad luck.

  3. 03

    sign in

    To sign one's name on a list when entering a place, to indicate one's arrival.

  4. 04

    sign of the times

    Something that is symbolic of an era.

  5. 05

    sign on

    To log on; to start using a computer, radio, or other multicast device; to start talking.

  6. 06

    sign on the dotted line

    To formalize an agreement.

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