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Word: Whisk Off

Definition: "Whisk off" is a verb that means to take something away quickly or suddenly. It can also mean to brush or wipe something off lightly.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "whisk off" when you want to describe a quick action of removing something or when you want to talk about cleaning something lightly.
• It is often used in both literal and figurative contexts.

Examples:

1. Literal: "She whisked off the crumbs from the table with a cloth."
2. Figurative: "The teacher whisked off the students to the library for a surprise reading session."

Advanced Usage:

You can use "whisk off" in more complex sentences or in various tenses: - "He had whisked off the dust from the shelf before the guests arrived." - "I will whisk you off to the airport if you are running late."

Word Variants:

• Whisk (noun): A kitchen tool used for mixing or beating ingredients.
• Whisking (verb): The action of moving quickly or mixing something.

Different Meanings:

In a different context, "whisk" can also mean to beat eggs or cream to make them light and fluffy.

Synonyms:

• Take away
• Remove
• Brush off
• Clear away

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• "Whisk away": This is similar to "whisk off" and means to take someone or something away quickly.
  • Example: "The magician whisked away the tablecloth in an instant."

Summary:

"Whisk off" is a versatile verb that describes the action of quickly removing or lightly cleaning something. You can use it in everyday situations, whether you are talking about cleaning a surface or taking someone somewhere quickly.

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Verb

1. take away quickly and suddenly
2. brush or wipe off lightly

Synonyms

• whisk away
• whisk