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Vocabulary Entry
takeoff
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The action of leaving the ground and beginning to fly.
Example Sentences
"The plane's takeoff was delayed due to weather conditions."
"Passengers are advised to stay seated during takeoff."
"The pilot announced that takeoff would begin shortly."
V
verb
To leave the ground and begin to fly.
Example Sentences
"The aircraft will take off once all passengers are aboard."
"He watched as the rocket took off into the sky."
"After a brief delay, the flight finally took off."