[Phrasal Verb] SET OFF - Embark on Mastering Common Phrasal Verbs Today!

Begin a journey

Set off" is a versatile phrasal verb often used when talking about starting a journey. It suggests the beginning of an adventure or trip. For instance, you might say, "We set off at dawn for the mountains." It conveys a sense of excitement and movement and can also mean causing something to start, like setting off fireworks that light up the sky during a celebration.

Example Sentences

1. They set off fireworks for the celebration.

   They ignited fireworks for the celebration.

2. She set off on a new adventure last summer.

   She started a new adventure last summer.

3. The alarm was accidentally set off by the cat.

   The cat accidentally triggered the alarm.