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Raretick off
The correct spelling is tick off.
How to pronounce tick off
verb
Say it like: Tik- of-f
The correct spelling is tick off. (sometimes methaphorical) To sign with a tick. For example: "I ticked off Harry today because he announced he was present."
Usage Examples
“I ticked off Harry today because he announced he was present.”
“It really ticks me off when people don't use proper punctuation.”
“Fred was ticked off by the teacher for playing around in class.”
Definition
verb
- 1.(sometimes methaphorical) To sign with a tick.
- 2.To list (create or recite a list).
- 3.To annoy, aggravate.
- 4.To reprimand.
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