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offhand

offhand might seem casual, but it's important to know!

ℹ️ Part of speech

offhand is an ADJECTIVE and an ADVERB.

🗣️ Pronunciation

offhand is pronounced /ˈɒf.hænd/ or AWF-hahnd.

📚️ Definition

offhand means without preparation or thought; unprepared, or casual and informal.

📰 Examples

Here are some examples of offhand in usage:

• I don't remember the exact date offhand, but I can look it up for you.
• Janie's offhand remark about her coworker's appearance caused some tension in the office.
• I can't think of a good example offhand, but give me a minute and I'll come up with something.

🧠 Quick vocab quiz

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offhand most nearly means

And one more:

Which of the following sentences best demonstrates an appropriate use of offhand?

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💁🏼 Tips!

We can also say that someone is being offhand if they are being casual about something. But the more common, modern usage is the one that means without preparation.

✅ Quiz answer/s

Answers:

• A, casual.
• B, Jasper found it difficult to come up with a suitable response...

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