In this lesson, you’re going to learn how to use the phrasal verb put off.
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To Put Off Doing Something
In the example I gave, I said the following:
“I hear reasons why English learners want to put off starting this journey.”
(The clip was taken from this video.)
This means to postpone doing something; to do something at a later date. Here are three more examples:
- “I keep putting off going to the dentist.”
- “My friends boss has put off the meeting until tomorrow.”
- Talking about homework: “I always put it off until the last minute.”
Note: this is different to call off. To call off something means to cancel something.
Therefore, there’s a difference between the following:
- They’ve called off the wedding (canceled)
- They’ve put off the wedding until next year (it’s going to happen next year instead)
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I’m always putting off starting work out.
It is better to say, “I always put off starting my work out.”
I put off to do my course work.
“I put off doing…”
Oh, thanks for correction)
I always put off playing an instrument.
Hi, Jack! I have put off washing my windows because of a nasty turn in the weather.
Great example!
Hi, Jack dear!. It’s nice to hear you voice again!. Thanks for such a great explanation!. Btw, I’ve recently put off making an appointment to see a Doctor. I think I’m scared of hearing something bad…. Anyways, I’ll be fine. Keep sending me emails, as I really enjoy your videos and your accent is PERFECT, and It’s always a pleasure to hear you!.Bye
I always put off my prayer until finish my work.
Great example!
I have put off answering my emails recently .