Idiom: take (time) off

Meaning

Idiom: take (time) off / take off (time)

to not work for a period of time

Note: You can specify—or not specify—the period of time, as needed.

Example sentences

— My husband took time off from work to take care of me after my surgery.

— This week has been hell because my boss and the receptionist took the week off and I was left to do everything.

— I decided to take the day off and run some errands.

— Could I take off next Friday? I need to see the dentist.

— You've been a bit irritated with other members of the team recently and we've decided it would be a good idea for you to take time off for a little while.

— The director just announced that no one can take time off between November 7-10. We need everyone to help out with the annual Gala.

— How many days do we get to take off for maternity and paternity leave?

— I wish I could go with you to Florida but I don't have any time to take off from work.

— Our son decided to take time off after high school to travel and work for awhile before going to university.

— Does the boss ever take a day off?

— I really need to take time off. I'm burned out but unfortunately the bills don't pay themselves.

— Think carefully about getting a job in retail. There will be zero chance that you can take time off at the holidays.

— I really need a vacation but every time I take time off I come back to a huge pile of work so it's almost not worth it.

— On your first day, you'll meet with the HR director to talk about your benefits, submitting timesheets, procedures for requesting to take time off, etc.

Synonyms

take leave from
go one leave
take a break

Idiom: take (time) off

Meaning

Example sentences

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